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Definition
Truss; a supporting framework or structure resembling a bridge.
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How it's used
Primarily used in civil engineering and construction contexts to describe the structural framework of bridges. Unlike general terms for bridge supports, this specifically refers to the triangular-based framework designed to distribute weight efficiently. It is a technical term that rarely appears in casual daily conversation unless discussing infrastructure projects or architecture.
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The truss structure of this bridge is very stable.
The engineer is inspecting that truss.
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Grammar guides
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