Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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truss | Yes | No | Yes | No |
bind | Yes | No | Yes | No |
truss (noun) | bind (noun) |
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a framework of beams (rafters, posts, struts) forming a rigid structure that supports a roof or bridge or other structure | something that hinders as if with bonds |
(medicine) a bandage consisting of a pad and belt; worn to hold a hernia in place by pressure | |
(architecture) a triangular bracket of brick or stone (usually of slight extent) |
truss (verb) | bind (verb) |
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support structurally | cause to be constipated |
tie the wings and legs of a bird before cooking it | form a chemical bond with |
secure with or as if with ropes | bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted |
make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope | |
fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord | |
provide with a binding | |
stick to firmly | |
secure with or as if with ropes | |
wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose | |
create social or emotional ties |