Definitions for crosstrees

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crosstrees cross·tree

Spelling: [kraws-tree, kros-]

IPA: /ˈkrɔsˌtri, ˈkrɒs-/

Crosstrees is a 10 letter English word.

You can make 301 anagrams from letters in crosstrees (ceeorrssst).

Definitions for crosstrees

noun

1. Nautical. either of a pair of timbers or metal bars placed athwart the trestletrees at a masthead to spread the shrouds leading to the mast above, or on the head of a lower mast to support the platform or top.
2. Carpentry. a heavy crossbeam.

Origin of crosstrees

First recorded in 1620-30; cross- + tree

Examples for crosstrees

In her right hand she held a trumpet to her lips, and in her left she carried a crosstree, the framework of a trophy.

But the rest was simple and the crosstree was quickly gained.

This is a pretty good hitch sometimes where kyacks are not used and an irregular pack is swung upon the crosstree.

Before considering the hitches, therefore, let us describe methods of slinging the load in such cases upon the crosstree saddle.