ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Crosspiece

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Crosspiece is a noun meaning A horizontal or transverse beam or similar member that extends across or perpendicular to something.

Meaning

A horizontal or transverse beam or similar member that extends across or perpendicular to something.

More Meanings

  1. (nautical) A bar or timber connecting two knightheads or two bitts; a timber over the windlass, with pins for belaying the running rigging.

Word Forms

Synonyms for crosspiece

Depending on context, synonyms include crossbeam, trave, traverse.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include crossbeam, trave, traverse, transom, crossbar, round.

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