| the substructure | is a structure below ground level |
| a pile foundation | a column going down into the ground |
| to bore | to drill |
| in situ concrete | concrete poured on the construction site in its final position |
| pre-cast pile | make at a factory away from site |
| to drive | to hammer in |
| a pile driver | like a giant hammer |
| a pile auger | like a giant drill |
| bentonite | a sort of mud |