Crossbeam (Noun)
Meaning
A horizontal beam that extends across something.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The stadium's arched roof was supported by massive steel crossbeams that seemed to stretch on forever.
- She carefully ducked under the low crossbeam in the attic to avoid bumping her head.
- The heavy wooden crossbeam ran the length of the bridge, providing extra support to the weight of the cars that crossed it.
- In the ancient cathedral, a beautifully carved stone crossbeam adorned the ceiling, adding to the sense of grandeur.
- The crossbeam on the old barn was sagging under the weight of years of accumulated snow and ice.