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beam

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ˈtɾavɨ/tra·ve

Definition

1

A long, sturdy piece of timber, metal, or concrete, used in construction, especially as a horizontal supporting structural element.

Usage examples

The carpenters hoisted the main beam of the house.
The player's shot hit the crossbar.

Synonyms

Common combinations

wooden beammain beamroof beam