Truss

(noun.) a framework of beams (rafters, posts, struts) forming a rigid structure that supports a roof or bridge or other structure.

(noun.) (medicine) a bandage consisting of a pad and belt; worn to hold a hernia in place by pressure.

(verb.) support structurally; 'truss the roofs'; 'trussed bridges'.

(verb.) tie the wings and legs of a bird before cooking it.

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• Mr. Langton Cole calls attention to the rope truss in this illustration, stiffening the beam of the ship. 赫伯特·乔治·威尔斯. 世界史纲.
• The truss system has also been applied to the construction of vast modern bridges in places where timber is accessible and cheap. 威廉·亨利·杜利特. 世纪发明.
• I threw away the goddam truss so it would get bad and I wouldn't have to go to the line again. 欧内斯特·海明威. 永别了,武器.
• No other such use of the truss is known until the days of modern engineering. 赫伯特·乔治·威尔斯. 世界史纲.
• The lieutenant said I slipped the truss on purpose. 欧内斯特·海明威. 永别了,武器.
• But I lost the truss. 欧内斯特·海明威. 永别了,武器.
• I pray thee truss my points, said he to Wamba, and thou shalt have a cup of sack for thy labour. 沃尔特·司各特. 艾凡赫.
• There are patents for belts without number, for electric gloves, rings, bracelets, necklaces, trusses, corsets, shoes, hats, combs, brushes, chairs, couches, and blankets. Edward W. Byrn. 十九世纪发明进展.

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