Word Information

Truss

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Definitions for Truss

noun
(medicine) a bandage consisting of a pad and belt
Examples
  1. worn to hold a hernia in place by pressure
noun
a framework of beams (rafters, posts, struts) forming a rigid structure that supports a roof or bridge or other structure
noun
(architecture) a triangular bracket of brick or stone (usually of slight extent)
Synonyms
verb
tie the wings and legs of a bird before cooking it
verb
secure with or as if with ropes
Synonyms
tie down tie up bind
Examples
  1. tie down the prisoners
  2. tie up the old newspapers and bring them to the recycling shed
verb
support structurally
Examples
  1. truss the roofs
  2. trussed bridges

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