Associations to the word «Crossbeam»

Wiktionary

CROSSBEAM, noun. A horizontal structural beam that runs perpendicular to the primary support beams; a girder.
CROSSBEAM, noun. (nautical) A beam laid across the bitts, to which the cable is fastened when riding at anchor.

Dictionary definition

CROSSBEAM, noun. A horizontal beam that extends across something.

Wise words

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