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Object types that the Scheme uses

These terms are from the FISH Archaeological Objects Thesaurus (Forum on Information Standards in Heritage - FISH).

Term Scope note Term type SENESCHAL URI Other URI
FLITCHED BEAM A composite beam of timber strengthened by an iron plate, or plates, used in the construction of 18th and 19th century timber framed mills and warehouses. Preferred term 137779 -
FLOAT (TOOL) A plasterer's tool for smoothing the surface of plaster. Preferred term 97215 -
FLOAT (WATER) An object that supports another in water, eg float on a fishing line or net. Preferred term 95612 -
FLOATING BATTERY A small stem powered warship with its hull protected by iron plates. Used to bombard targets onshore, especially in the Crimean War. Preferred term - -
FLOATING BREAKWATER A floating structure designed to resist the force of waves. Preferred term 76351 -
FLOATING CRANE A dockyard crane permanently mounted on a lighter. Preferred term 76298 -
FLOATING CRANE A mobile crane which floats on water. Preferred term 137780 -
FLOATING DOCK A floating structure consisting of two walls standing on pontoon tanks, the latter of which can be flooded to receive a vessel and then pumped out until the pontoon deck and the ship are dry. Preferred term 76300 -
FLOATING HARBOUR A harbour constructed from floating pontoons or caissons connected end to end. Preferred term 82940 -
Floating Museum Narrow term 140079 -
FLOATING ROADWAY A section of roadway attached at one end to a harbour or dockside and ending at a landing stage, rising and falling with the tide, for the loading and unloading of vehicles and pedestrians. Preferred term 141170 -
FLOCK MILL A mill for shredding cloth, for use in flock paper, etc. Preferred term 91971 -
Flock Works Narrow term 84229 -
Flood Bank Narrow term 70871 -
Flood Barrier Narrow term 91972 -
FLOOD DEFENCES Manmade constructions used to prevent water flooding the surrounding area. Often taking the form of a bank or wall but may be more elaborate e.g. the Thames Barrier. Preferred term 70445 -
FLOOD LOCK Gates that can be opened or closed, to admit or exclude water, especially flood water. Preferred term 91973 -
FLOOD RELIEF CANAL A channel dug, or built up, to carry away surplus water from a river or waterway to prevent it bursting its banks and flooding. Preferred term 91974 -
Floodgate Narrow term 91975 -
FLOODLIGHT A metal structure supporting high powered lights. Preferred term 93884 -
FLOOR A layer of stone, brick or boards, etc, on which people tread. Use broader site type where known. Preferred term 70313 -
FLOOR The lower surface of a room. Preferred term 96072 -
FLOOR The lower, horizontal surface of a room on which people walk. Can also mean a storey of a building. Preferred term 137781 -
FLOOR COVERING An article laid over the floor or ground as a protcetive and or decorative covering. Preferred term 96544 -
FLOOR TILE A tile used within a floor. Preferred term 96075 -
FLOORCLOTH FACTORY A factory where floorcloths are manufactured. Preferred term 91976 -
Flooring Narrow term - -
FLORAL CLOCK A 20th century feature found in public parks and seaside resorts. The face of the clock is planted with low-growing flowers and plants, while the moving hands are covered with small foliage. Preferred term 78879 -
FLORAL FEATURE A decorative feature in the style of a flower or plant. Use more specific term. Preferred term 137782 -
Floral Market Narrow term 91977 -

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