rafter (n.)

  1. one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof

    [ Syn: balk , baulk ]

  2. someone who travels by raft

    [ Syn: raftsman , raftman ]

    rafter (v.)

  1. provide (a ceiling) with rafters

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