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crossbeam

cross·beam
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [kraws-beem, kros-]
    • /ˈkrɔsˌbim, ˈkrɒs-/
    • /ˈkrɒsbiːm/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [kraws-beem, kros-]
    • /ˈkrɔsˌbim, ˈkrɒs-/

Definitions of crossbeam word

  • countable noun crossbeam A crossbeam is a long, thick bar of wood, metal, or concrete that is placed between two walls or other structures, especially in order to support the roof of a building. 3
  • noun crossbeam a beam that spans from one support to another 3
  • noun crossbeam any transverse beam in a structure 3
  • noun crossbeam a transverse beam in a structure, as a joist. 1
  • noun crossbeam A transverse beam. 1
  • noun crossbeam horizontal plank or joist 1

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Origin of crossbeam

First appearance:

before 1585
One of the 35% oldest English words
First recorded in 1585-95; cross- + beam

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Parts of speech for Crossbeam

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

crossbeam popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 65% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 69% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

crossbeam usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for crossbeam

noun crossbeam

  • girder — a large beam, as of steel, reinforced concrete, or timber, for supporting masonry, joists, purlins, etc.
  • gallows — a wooden frame, consisting of a crossbeam on two uprights, on which condemned persons are executed by hanging.

Top questions with crossbeam

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