different between crossbeam vs interjoist

crossbeam

English

Etymology

cross +? beam

Noun

crossbeam (plural crossbeams)

  1. A horizontal structural beam that runs perpendicular to the primary support beams; a girder.
    The workman hung a light from a crossbeam between the main joists.
  2. (nautical) A beam laid across the bitts, to which the cable is fastened when riding at anchor.

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interjoist

English

Etymology

inter- +? joist

Noun

interjoist (plural interjoists)

  1. (carpentry) The space or interval between two joists.
    (Can we find and add a quotation of Gwilt to this entry?)
  2. (carpentry) A middle joist or crossbeam.
    (Can we find and add a quotation of De Colange to this entry?)

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