Joist (Noun)
Meaning
Beam used to support floors or roofs.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The contractor installed a new joist in the attic to reinforce the roof and prevent it from collapsing.
- Joists were spaced every 16 inches to provide adequate support for the hardwood floor.
- In the old house, the joist had started to rot and needed to be replaced to ensure structural integrity.
- The carpenter used a level to make sure the joist was perfectly horizontal before proceeding with the construction.
- The engineer specified the size and material of the joists to be used in the building's design for maximum support and durability.