truss

Meanings

• noun

  A structural framework consisting of triangles and other simple shapes, used to support a roof or bridge.

  - "The trusses in the old barn were made of wood."
  - "The bridge's trusses were inspected annually for safety."

• verb

  To secure or support with ropes, cables, or struts.

  - "The sailors trussed the cargo to keep it from shifting during the storm."
  - "The engineer trussed the bridge to ensure its stability."

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Pronunciation

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2. /tɹʌs/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with truss
huss , fuss , duss

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Variants

List of all variants of truss that leads to same result
truss , trussed , trusser , trussers , trusses , trussing , truss bridge , truss bridges

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Etymology

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Old French 'trousser' meaning 'to draw tight'.

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Trivia

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1. The Eiffel Tower in Paris is an example of a truss structure.

2. The longest bridge truss in the world is the Quebec Bridge in Canada, with a length of 1,276 meters (4,187 feet).

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Related Concepts

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1. Triangle Truss: A type of truss consisting of triangles, which distribute weight evenly and are particularly strong.

2. Bowstring Truss: A type of truss that resembles a bow, with cables or rods forming the shape of the truss.

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Culture

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Trusses have been used in architecture for centuries to support the weight of roofs and bridges. They are particularly important in bridge design, as they distribute weight evenly and allow for long spans without supports. In literature, the term 'trussed up' is used metaphorically to describe someone who is restrained or bound.

How to Memorize "truss"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a triangular framework, like a roof or bridge, to remember what a truss is.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'truss' with the idea of supporting or securing something.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Triangles Reach Up, Supporting Structures' to remember the definition of a truss.

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