crosspiece

• Substantivo que designa uma barra horizontal ou travessa transversal que atravessa uma estrutura, proporcionando apoio ou estabilidade. Pode ser uma peça de madeira, metal ou outro material usada em construções, mobiliário, embarcações, etc.

A noun referring to a horizontal beam or transverse brace that extends across a structure, providing support or stability.

1. Horizontal beamB2formal

   A horizontal structural element that spans across an opening or between two vertical supports.

   Travessa

   • The carpenter installed a sturdy crosspiece to support the shelf.
   • The gate's crosspiece was made of treated wood.
   • A metal crosspiece reinforced the frame of the window.

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2. Transverse braceB2formal

   A piece set crosswise to strengthen or stabilize a structure.

   Travessa

   • The crosspiece in the chair's leg assembly prevents wobbling.
   • Engineers added a crosspiece to the scaffolding for extra safety.
   • The crosspiece connects the two sides of the ladder.

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