brace 9
noundomain: artefact
Princeton WordNet [ver.3.1]
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EnglishDefinition
a structural member used to stiffen a framework
Synonyms
- bracing 1
a structural member used to stiffen a framework
Hypernym
strengthener 1
noun
a device designed to provide additional strength
support that is a constituent part of any structure or building
Part_meronym
framework 3
noun
a structure supporting or containing something
EnglishDerivationally related form
brace 3
verb
support by bracing
Hyponym
crosspiece 2
noun
a transverse brace
gusset 2
noun
a metal plate used to strengthen a joist
guy 3
noun
a cable, wire, or rope that is used to brace something (especially a tent)
stay 5
noun
(nautical) brace consisting of a heavy rope or wire cable used as a support for a mast or spar
stringer 3
noun
brace consisting of a longitudinal member to strengthen a fuselage or hull
Part_holonym
framework 3
noun
a structure supporting or containing something
