3. (verb)rafter, balk, baulk one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof Synonyms: raftsman, rafter, impediment, baulk, balk, check, deterrent, hindrance, handicap, raftman, hinderance
4. (verb)resist, balk, baulk, jib refuse to comply Synonyms: baulk, reject, change course, gybe, stand, resist, hold out, fend, withstand, balk, dissent, jib, stand firm, defy, refuse, protest, jibe