Truss

English word definition — powered by WordNet

NOUN

(medicine) a bandage consisting of a pad and belt

a framework of beams (rafters, posts, struts) forming a rigid structure that supports a roof or bridge or other structure

(architecture) a triangular bracket of brick or stone (usually of slight extent)

VERB

tie the wings and legs of a bird before cooking it

secure with or as if with ropes

support structurally

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