crawlspace

or crawl space

[ krawl-speys ]

noun

1. (in a building) an area accessible by crawling, crawl, having a clearance less than human height, for access to plumbing or wiring, storage, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of crawlspace¹

First recorded in 1950–55; crawl ¹ + space

Example Sentences

This erodes your soil, increases pressure on your foundation or basement, and can cause basement or crawlspace leaks.

From Seattle Times

In her husband’s absence, she awakens her daughter and 5-year-old son and hurries them through a secret door to a crawlspace behind the chimney.

From Los Angeles Times

The woman’s daughter, unnamed by officials, had called for help after being unable to find her mother in the crawlspace under the house.

From Washington Times

The woman’s daughter searched for her in the crawlspace under the house and couldn’t find her, according to a police report.

From Seattle Times

Should you have a substantial clog in the 4-inch primary building drain in your crawlspace or under a concrete slab, you can often remove the blockage in the pipe.

From Seattle Times