crossbar

/ˈkrɑsbɑr/

/ˈkrɒsbɒr/

Other forms: crossbars

Definitions of crossbar

1. noun

   long thin horizontal crosspiece between two vertical posts
   type of:

   crosspiece

   a transverse brace
2. noun

   a horizontal bar that goes across something
   types:

   doubletree

   a crossbar on a wagon or carriage to which two whiffletrees are attached in order to harness two horses abreast

   swingletree, whiffletree, whippletree

   a crossbar that is attached to the traces of a draft horse and to the vehicle or implement that the horse is pulling

   type of:

   bar

   a rigid piece of metal or wood; usually used as a fastening or obstruction or weapon
3. noun

   game equipment consisting of a horizontal bar to be jumped or vaulted over
   type of:

   game equipment

   equipment or apparatus used in playing a game