Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lintel
noun
/ˈlɪn.təl/
Definition
A horizontal structural element that spans an opening, usually in a wall, to support the above materials.
Examples
- The ancient stone lintel of the doorway was beautifully carved.
- As the builders erected the frame, they carefully placed the lintel to ensure stability.
- In the living room, a wooden lintel separates the entrance from the main area.
Meaning
In architecture, a lintel is a beam placed over a door or window opening that carries the weight of the wall above it.
Synonyms
- beam
- header
- crossbeam
