1. (noun) truss
(medicine) a bandage consisting of a pad and belt; worn to hold a hernia in place by pressure
Synonyms: corbel
2. (noun) truss
a framework of beams (rafters, posts, struts) forming a rigid structure that supports a roof or bridge or other structure
Synonyms: corbel
3. (verb) corbel, truss
(architecture) a triangular bracket of brick or stone (usually of slight extent)
Synonyms: corbel, truss
4. (verb) truss
tie the wings and legs of a bird before cooking it
Synonyms: bind, tie down, tie up
5. (verb) tie down, tie up, bind, truss
secure with or as if with ropes
Synonyms: tie down, stick, hold fast, constipate, obligate, attach, truss, tie, bind off, tie up, stick to, hold, moor, bind, bandage, oblige, adhere, berth, bond
6. (verb) truss
support structurally
Synonyms: bind, tie down, tie up
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