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crossbar Synonyms
Another word for crossbar
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• noun (Context 1)
A horizontal bar that forms the top part of a goal framework in sports like soccer and hockey, or the obstacle that must be cleared by athletes in events such as the high jump and pole vault.
Usage Example
"The striker's powerful shot rebounded off the crosspiece, much to the dismay of the home crowd."
Strong
crosspiece
woodwork
• noun (Context 2)
A horizontal structural member or beam connecting two upright posts, such as the top tube of a bicycle frame or a supporting brace in construction.
Usage Example
"He swung his leg over the crosspiece of his mountain bike and began pedaling up the steep trail."
Strongest
crosspiece
Weak
strut
brace
Opposites of crossbar
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of crossbar varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
upright
post
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Crossbar. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/crossbar