Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crossbar
noun
/ˈkrɔːsˌbɑːr/
Definition
A horizontal bar that connects two vertical supports in a structure, typically used in sports or fencing.
Examples
- The ball hit the crossbar and bounced back into the field.
- The scaffold was reinforced with a sturdy crossbar for safety.
- The crossbar of the basketball hoop was slightly bent.
Meaning
In various contexts, a crossbar serves to strengthen or stabilize a structure. In sports such as football (soccer) or basketball, it refers specifically to the horizontal bar that forms the upper part of the goal or net.
Synonyms
- beam
- horizontal bar
- support bar
