Gauntry (Noun)
Meaning
A framework of steel bars raised on side supports to bridge over or around something; can display railway signals above several tracks or can support a traveling crane etc..
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The gauntry above the railway tracks displayed a complex array of signals to guide trains through the busy junction.
- A large gauntry was installed in the factory to support a traveling crane that could move heavy equipment around the production area.
- The gauntry spanning the highway allowed workers to safely inspect and maintain the road's infrastructure without disrupting traffic.
- The railway gauntry was designed to bridge over the river, providing a stable platform for trains to cross while minimizing the impact on the waterway.
- In the shipyard, a massive gauntry was used to support the construction of large vessels, providing a framework for cranes and other equipment to move around the site.