Definition of king post King post

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What does king post mean?

Noun
king post - post connecting the crossbeam to the apex of a triangular truss

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king post (Noun)
A central vertical supporting post used in architecture and bridge as well as in aircraft and ship design.

king post
Structural member connecting the ridge and tie-beam in a roof truss.

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