purlin
Definitions
A longitudinal structural member bridging two or more rafters of a roof.
Equivalents
Examples
“The loft was broad and high, with splendid rough-cut oak purlins and three large Veluxes.”
CEFR level
B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
See also
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