Definition of crosspiece Crosspiece
/kɹɔˈspiˌs/ - [krospees] - cross•piece
We found 7 definitions of crosspiece from 4 different sources.
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What does crosspiece mean?
WordNet
NounPlural: crosspieces |
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| crosspiece - a transverse brace | ||
| bracing, brace a structural member used to stiffen a framework | ||
| crossbar long thin horizontal crosspiece between two vertical posts | ||
| rundle, rung, spoke one of the crosspieces that form the steps of a ladder | ||
| rung, stave, round a crosspiece between the legs of a chair | ||
| cross thwart, thwart a crosspiece spreading the gunnels of a boat; used as a seat in a rowboat | ||
| crosspiece - a horizontal beam that extends across something | ||
| trave, traverse, crossbeam | ||
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Wiktionary 
- crosspiece (Noun)
A horizontal or transverse beam or similar member that extends across or perpendicular to something. - crosspiece (Noun)
A bar or timber connecting two knightheads or two bitts.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- crosspiece (n.)
A piece of any structure which is fitted or framed crosswise. - crosspiece (n.)
A bar or timber connecting two knightheads or two bitts.
Part of speech
🔤- crosspiece, noun, singular of crosspieces.
