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In carpentry, the term “cripple" refers to a special-purpose wall stud or roof rafter. A cripple stud is located above a door or window or below a window; a cripple rafter runs from hip to valley on a roof or is cut short to allow for an opening such as a chimney or skylight.

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truss, in architecture and engineering, a supporting structure or framework composed of beams, girders, or rods commonly of steel or wood lying in a single plane. A truss usually takes the form of a triangle or combination of triangles, since this design ensures the greatest rigidity.

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, the free encyclopedia. A stair tread is the horizontal portion of a set of stairs on which a person walks. The tread can be composed of wood, metal, plastic, or other materials. In residential settings, treads can be covered in carpeting.

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In cartography, a contour line (often just called a "contour") joins points of equal elevation (height) above a given level, such as mean sea level. A contour map is a map illustrated with contour lines, for example a topographic map, which thus shows valleys and hills, and the steepness or gentleness of slopes.

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metope
(ˈmɛtəʊp; ˈmɛtəpɪ)
n

(Architecture) architect a square space between two triglyphs in a Doric frieze

[C16: via Latin from Greek metopē, from meta between + opē one of the holes for the beam-ends]

met*o*pe
(ˈmɛt əˌpi, ˈmɛt oʊp)

n.

one of the square spaces, often decorated, between the triglyphs in a Doric frieze.

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(ˈmɛtəʊp; ˈmɛtəpɪ) n (Architecture) architect a square space between two triglyphs in a Doric frieze [C16: via Latin from Greek metopē, from meta between + opē one of the holes for the beam-ends] (ˈmɛt əˌpi, ˈmɛt oʊp) n. one of the square spaces, often decorated, between the triglyphs in a Doric frieze.

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The function of the projecting cornice of a building is to throw rainwater free of the building's walls. In residential building practice, this function is handled by projecting gable ends, roof eaves, and gutters. However, house eaves may also be called "cornices" if they are finished with decorative molding.

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the lower part of a wall, pier, or column considered as a separate architectural feature; the lower part of a complete architectural design (as of a monument); the bottom of something considered as its support : foundation... See the full definition

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shaft
(shăft)
n.

1. A long thin object or part, as:

a. The long narrow stem or body of a spear or arrow.

b. A spear or arrow.

c. The handle of any of various tools or implements.

d. One of two parallel poles between which an animal is harnessed to a vehicle.

e. A long, generally cylindrical bar that rotates and transmits power, as the drive shaft of an engine.

2. Zoology The main axis of a feather, especially its distal portion.

3. Anatomy

a. The midsection of a long bone; the diaphysis.

b. The section of a hair projecting from the surface of the body.

c. The body of the clitoris, extending from the root to the glans.

d. The body of the penis, extending from the root to the glans.

4. Architecture

a. A column or obelisk.

b. The principal portion of a column, between the capital and the base.

5. Something suggestive of a spear or arrow in appearance or configuration, as:

a. A ray or beam of light.

b. A bolt of lightning.

6.

a. A long, narrow, often vertical passage sunk into the earth, as for mining ore; a tunnel.

b. A vertical passage housing an elevator.

c. A duct or conduit for the passage of air, as for ventilation or heating.

7. The upright portion of a boot that covers the leg.

8.

a. A scornful or sarcastic remark; a barb.

b. Slang Harsh, unfair treatment. Often used with the: The management gave the unions the shaft.

9. Vulgar Slang A penis.

tr.v. shaft·ed, shaft·ing, shafts

1. To equip with a shaft.

2. Slang To treat in a harsh, unfair way: "He had been shafted by the press quite a bit" (Frank Deford).

3. Slang To penetrate (someone) sexually.

[Middle English, from Old English sceaft.]

shaft
(ʃɑːft)
n

1. the long narrow pole that forms the body of a spear, arrow, etc

2. something directed at a person in the manner of a missile: shafts of sarcasm.

3. a ray, beam, or streak, esp of light

4. a rod or pole forming the handle of a hammer, axe, golf club, etc

5. (Mechanical Engineering) a revolving rod that transmits motion or power: usually used of axial rotation. Compare rod ⁹

6. one of the two wooden poles by which an animal is harnessed to a vehicle

7. (Anatomy) anatomy

a. the middle part (diaphysis) of a long bone

b. the main portion of any elongated structure or part

8. (Architecture) the middle part of a column or pier, between the base and the capital

9. (Architecture) a column, obelisk, etc, esp one that forms a monument

10. (Architecture) architect a column that supports a vaulting rib, sometimes one of a set

11. (Building) a vertical passageway through a building, as for a lift

12. (Mining & Quarrying) a vertical passageway into a mine

13. (Zoology) ornithol the central rib of a feather

14. (Archery) an archaic or literary word for arrow

15. get the shaft slang US and Canadian to be tricked or cheated

vb

16. slang to have sexual intercourse with (a woman)

17. slang to trick or cheat

[Old English sceaft; related to Old Norse skapt, German Schaft, Latin scāpus shaft, Greek skeptron sceptre, Lettish skeps javelin]

shaft
(ʃæft, ʃɑft)

n.

1. a long pole forming the body of various weapons, as lances or arrows.

2. something directed at someone or something in sharp attack: shafts of sarcasm.

4. a long handle serving to balance or manipulate a weapon or tool, as an ax or a golf club.

5. a rotating or oscillating rod that transmits motion and torque, as a ship's propeller shaft or the drive shaft of an automobile.

6.

a. the part of a column or pier between the base and the capital.

b. any distinct, slender vertical masonry feature engaged in a wall or pier and usu. supporting an arch or vault.

7. a monument in the form of a column, obelisk, or the like.

8. either of the parallel bars between which the animal drawing a vehicle is hitched.

9. any well-like passage or vertical enclosed space, as in a building.

10. a vertical or sloping passageway in a mine that leads to the surface.

12. the main stem or midrib of a feather.

13. Slang. harsh or unfair treatment.

v.t.

14. to push or propel with a pole.

15. Slang. to treat in a harsh or treacherous manner.

[before 1000; Middle English; Old English sceaft, c. Old Frisian sceft, Old Saxon, Old High German scaft, Old Norse skaft]

shaft
- A ray of light.

See also related terms for ray.

Shaft
a missle or beam. See also ray.

Examples: shaft of lightning, 1878; of love, 1600; of malice; of ridicule, 1779; of gentle satire, 1847; of sunlight; of wit.

shaft

Past participle: shafted
Gerund: shafting

Thesaurus Antonyms Related Words Synonyms Legend:

Noun 1.
shaft - a line that forms the length of an arrow pointer

line - a mark that is long relative to its width; "He drew a line on the chart"

2.
shaft - an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect; "his parting shot was `drop dead'"; "she threw shafts of sarcasm"; "she takes a dig at me every chance she gets"

cheap shot - an unnecessarily aggressive and unfair remark directed at a defenseless person

3.
shaft - a long rod or pole (especially the handle of an implement or the body of a weapon like a spear or arrow)

axle - a shaft on which a wheel rotates

rod - a long thin implement made of metal or wood

thill - one of two shafts extending from the body of a cart or carriage on either side of the animal that pulls it

4.
shaft - a column of light (as from a beacon)

heat ray - a ray that produces a thermal effect

high beam - the beam of a car's headlights that provides distant illumination

low beam - the beam of a car's headlights that provides illumination for a short distance

5.
shaft - the main (mid) section of a long bone

long bone, os longum - in limbs of vertebrate animals: a long cylindrical bone that contains marrow

6.
shaft - obscene terms for penis

7.
shaft - a long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon

assagai, assegai - the slender spear of the Bantu-speaking people of Africa

barb - a subsidiary point facing opposite from the main point that makes an arrowhead or spear hard to remove

javelin - a spear thrown as a weapon or in competitive field events

trident - a spear with three prongs

8.
shaft - a vertical passageway through a building (as for an elevator)

building, edifice - a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place; "there was a three-story building on the corner"; "it was an imposing edifice"

elevator shaft - a vertical shaft in a building to permit the passage of an elevator from floor to floor

passageway - a passage between rooms or between buildings

well - an open shaft through the floors of a building (as for a stairway)

9.
shaft - (architecture) upright consisting of the vertical part of a column

pillar, column - (architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure

upright, vertical - a vertical structural member as a post or stake; "the ball sailed between the uprights"

architecture - the discipline dealing with the principles of design and construction and ornamentation of fine buildings; "architecture and eloquence are mixed arts whose end is sometimes beauty and sometimes use"

10.
shaft - a long vertical passage sunk into the earth, as for a mine or tunnel

downcast - a ventilation shaft through which air enters a mine

mine - excavation in the earth from which ores and minerals are extracted

passage - a way through or along which someone or something may pass

tunnel - a passageway through or under something, usually underground (especially one for trains or cars); "the tunnel reduced congestion at that intersection"

11.
shaft - a revolving rod that transmits power or motion

crankshaft - a rotating shaft driven by (or driving) a crank

driveshaft - a rotating shaft that transmits power from the engine to the point of application

rod - a long thin implement made of metal or wood

transmission shaft - rotating shaft that transmits rotary motion from the engine to the differential

12.
shaft - the hollow spine of a feather

rib - a riblike supporting or strengthening part of an animal or plant

Verb 1.
shaft - equip with a shaft

equip, fit out, outfit, fit - provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose; "The expedition was equipped with proper clothing, food, and other necessities"

2.
shaft - defeat someone through trickery or deceit

beat, beat out, vanquish, trounce, crush, shell - come out better in a competition, race, or conflict; "Agassi beat Becker in the tennis championship"; "We beat the competition"; "Harvard defeated Yale in the last football game"

shaft

shaft
noun

1. A series of particles or waves traveling close together in parallel paths:

2. A relatively long, straight, rigid piece of metal or other solid material:

shaft

[ʃɑːft]

A. N

un 1. (= stem, handle) [ of arrow, spear] → astil m; [ mango m; [ vara f of tool, golf club etc] → rayo de luz of cart etc] →
a shaft of light → árbol m motor
drive shaft ( Tech) →

2. [ of mine, lift etc] → pozo m

como B. VT (= have sex with) → joder
we'll be shafted if that happens → pase eso estamos jodidos

shaft

[ˈʃɑːft] n

[ mine] → puits m; [ cage f lift] → ventilation shaft

shaft

vt (sl)

(= have sex with) → stoßen (vulg)

shaft
(ʃaːft) noun

1. the long straight part or handle of a tool, weapon etc. the shaft of a golf-club.

2. one of two poles on a cart etc to which a horse etc is harnessed. The horse stood patiently between the shafts.

3. a revolving bar transmitting motion in an engine. the driving-shaft.

4. a long, narrow space, made for eg a lift in a building. a liftshaft; a mineshaft.

5. a ray of light. a shaft of sunlight.

shaft

n ( hair, penis) tallo

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Feeling up along the sides of the shaft as far as he could reach, the ape-man discovered that so much of the wall as he could feel converged toward the center of the shaft as it rose.

Before him he saw the straight lines of the shafts which constantly deceived him into thinking they were on a well-travelled road, and the horse's swaying crupper with his knotted tail blown to one side, and farther ahead the high shaft-bow and the swaying head and neck of the horse with its waving mane.

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(frēz)

1. A plain or decorated horizontal part of an entablature between the architrave and cornice.

2. A decorative horizontal band, as along the upper part of a wall in a room.

[French frise, from Medieval Latin frisium, frigium, embroidery, from Latin Phrygium (opus), Phrygian (work), from Phrygia.]

(frēz)
n.

1. A coarse, shaggy woolen cloth with an uncut nap.

2. A dense, low-pile surface, as in carpeting, resembling such cloth. In both senses also called frisé.

[Middle English frise, from Old French, from Medieval Latin (pannī) frīsiī, woolen (garments), from pl. of Frīsius, Frisian.]

frieze
(friːz)
n

1. (Architecture) architect

a. the horizontal band between the architrave and cornice of a classical entablature, esp one that is decorated with sculpture

b. the upper part of the wall of a room, below the cornice, esp one that is decorated

2. (Art Terms) any ornamental band or strip on a wall

[C16: from French frise, perhaps from Medieval Latin frisium, changed from Latin Phrygium Phrygian (work), from Phrygia Phrygia, famous for embroidery in gold]

frieze
(friːz)
n

(Textiles) a heavy woollen fabric with a long nap, used for coats, etc

[C15: from Old French frise, from Middle Dutch friese, vriese, perhaps from Vriese Frisian]

(friz)

n.

1. the part of an entablature in classical architecture between the architrave and the cornice, often decorated with sculpture in low relief.

2. a decorative, often carved band, as near the top of a wall or piece of furniture.

[1555-65; < Middle French frise]

(friz)

n.

1. a heavy, napped woolen cloth for coats.

2. a heavy fabric with uncut pile loops, made of wool, mohair, cotton, or synthetic fibers.

[1350-1400; Middle English frise < Old French; see frieze ¹]

Noun 1.
frieze - an architectural ornament consisting of a horizontal sculptured band between the architrave and the cornice

2.
frieze - a heavy woolen fabric with a long nap

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