1. the action or process of raising something on stilts or supports
Usage: construction

1. present participle of stilt; raising or supporting on stilts

Examples

• The stilting of the beach house protected it from flooding.
• Workers began stilting the structure to meet new building codes.
• The stilting process required careful engineering calculations.
• They are stilting the entire row of coastal homes.
• Proper stilting techniques prevent foundation damage.
• The contractor specialized in stilting waterfront properties.