viga

nounfeminine/ˈviɡɐ/medium

vi·ga

Definition

Beam; a long, sturdy piece of wood, metal, or concrete used as a horizontal support in construction.

The wooden beams support the ceiling. / An iron beam forms the main structure.

syn

Do latim 'biga', de 'bi-' (dois) e 'iugum' (jugo), referindo-se originalmente a um par de cavalos; por extensão, a barra que os une.