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crosspiece

/krɒsˈpiːs/ noun · British & US
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What does crosspiece mean?

noun

A piece of wood or other material that crosses or forms the frame of something, especially a piece of wood that crosses the legs of a chair or table.

Example

"The craftsman carefully fitted the crosspiece into the intricate wooden frame."

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