crossbeam

[ kraws-beem, kros- ]

noun

1. a transverse beam in a structure, as a joist.

crossbeam

/ ˈkrɒsˌbiːm /

noun

1. a beam that spans from one support to another

Word History and Origins

Origin of crossbeam¹

First recorded in 1585–95; cross- + beam

Example Sentences

Easy five-minute assembly requires simply inserting the lifting columns into the pre-installed crossbeam and attaching the feet.

From Popular-Science

Kining parúlus mauy musagang sa mga busaug, This crossbeam is what supports the joists.

From Project Gutenberg

Those are the actual helmet, shield, and saddle which he used in the battle upon the crossbeam yonder.

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Many of these had been demolished, or broken at the crossbeam.

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Over two pulleys attached to the ceiling a rope was passed, holding a crossbeam at244 each end.

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The two boards he placed under the hind wheels of the 193 motor car, the ends being slightly raised by the pine crossbeam.

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