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crossbeam

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

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

Equivalents

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Bahasa Melayualang
Nederlandsdwarsbalk
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Gagana Samoaso'a
Shqipshtalkë
Српскиbiti
Svenskatvärbalktvärbjälke
Tagalogbalagbag

Examples

“The workman hung a light⟳ from a crossbeam between the main joists.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

crossbearer crossbedding crossbelt crossbench crossbencher crossbenches

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