crosspiece Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a horizontal beam that extends across something
    traverse; crossbeam; trave.
  2. noun a transverse brace

WordNet


Cross"piece` noun
Definitions
  1. A piece of any structure which is fitted or framed crosswise.
  2. (Naut.) A bar or timber connecting two knightheads or two bitts.

Webster 1913