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Definition of crosspiece

crosspiece

/ˈkrɔːsˌpiːs/
cross · piece
Plural:crosspieces
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• noun

1

A transverse bar, beam, or strip of material placed across another component or connecting two upright parts to provide structural support.

Example

"The carpenter fitted a wooden crosspiece between the table legs to keep the frame steady."

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• Nearby Words

crossly
crossness
crossover
crosspiece
crosspost
crossroad
crossroads

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Crosspiece. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/crosspiece
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