gusset

• Nom désignant un morceau de tissu triangulaire ou en losange cousu dans un vêtement, un sac ou un autre article pour apporter de l'espace supplémentaire, de la solidité ou un renfort.

A noun referring to a triangular or diamond-shaped piece of material inserted into a garment, bag, or other item to provide extra space, strength, or reinforcement.

1. Clothing reinforcementC1formal

   A piece of material sewn into a garment to strengthen or enlarge a part, such as the underarm or crotch.

   Gousset (renfort de vêtement)

   • The tailor added a gusset to the shirt for better movement.
   • Dance tights often have a cotton gusset for comfort.
   • The gusset in the trousers prevented tearing during strenuous activity.

   Synonymesgoreinsetpanel

2. Structural engineeringC2formal

   A triangular or diamond-shaped piece used in construction to connect beams or distribute stress.

   Gousset de structure

   • The bridge's steel gusset plates were inspected for cracks.
   • Engineers designed a gusset to reinforce the joint.
   • The gusset in the roof truss provided additional stability.