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girder

/ɡɜː(ɹ)də(ɹ)/
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A girder is a large, thick beam used to support structures like bridges, buildings, or other frameworks. It is typically made of steel or iron and is designed to carry heavy loads and provide structural integrity.

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"girder" as noun

1 - A beam of steel, wood, or reinforced concrete, used as a main horizontal support in a building or structure.

2 - One who girds; a satirist.

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Synonyms
1 - beam
2 - support
3 - column
4 - girth
5 - frame
6 - girder
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Antonyms
1 - support
2 - brace
3 - pillar
4 - column
5 - beam
6 - bar
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1 - A lattice girder is essential for reinforcing bridges against heavy loads.

1 - Una viga reticulada es esencial para reforzar los puentes contra cargas pesadas.

2 - He studied different options before selecting the right lattice girder .

2 - Él estudió diferentes opciones antes de seleccionar la viga reticulada adecuada.

3 - This fact implies the rigid connection of the girder to the external abutments.

3 - Este hecho implica la unión rígida de la jácena a los estribos externos.

4 - That girder went right through the brainpan.

4 - Esa viga maestra atravesó el panel central.

5 - Constructing a lattice girder demands precision to maintain its structural integrity.

5 - Construir una viga reticulada exige precisión para mantener su integridad estructural.

6 - He pointed out the lattice girder as a key component of the framework.

6 - Él señaló la viga reticulada como un componente clave del entramado.

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