Trestle

Trestle Definition

A framework consisting of a pair of sloped legs with a horizontal crosspiece, used to support a flat surface such as a table or a bridge; often used in construction and furniture-making.

Common in construction and woodworking contexts but less frequent in general usage.

Trestle is a noun.

Trestle Synonyms

bracing , scaffold , support frame

How To Use Trestle In A Sentence

1. The workers set up a wooden trestle to hold the beams in place.
2. She placed the glass on the trestle table during the presentation.
3. Engineers inspected the old railway trestle for safety signs.
4. A trestle bridge spans the river, allowing trains to cross safely.