truss

/tɹˈʌs/

/ˈtɹəs/

Truss

a metal or wooden frame supporting a bridge, roof, etc.

(medicine) a bandage consisting of a pad and belt; worn to hold a hernia in place by pressure

(architecture) a triangular bracket of brick or stone (usually of slight extent)

synonyms : corbel

to truss

MAIN VERB

support structurally

tie the wings and legs of a bird before cooking it

secure with or as if with ropes

synonyms : bind

Examples

1. Anyway, enjoy trusses.

2. Using the truss.

3. You'll enjoy trusses.

4. Invent a truss for me.