Synonyms of truss

truss 1 of 2

verb

ˈtrəs 

as in to tie

to gather into a tight mass by means of a line or cord

after stuffing the turkey, the chef quickly trussed it so the forcemeat wouldn't fall out during roasting

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tie
• bind
• thread
• strap
• rope
• wire
• cord
• band
• knot
• twist
• lash
• tether
• girt
• coil
• cinch
• gird
• wind
• tangle
• snarl
• leash
• interlace
• intertwine
• lace
• entangle
• interweave

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• untie
• unfasten
• unbind
• undo
• unloose
• unstrap
• unlace
• unstring
• unleash
• unravel
• untwist
• unloosen
• unlash
• untangle
• unwind
• disentangle
• unthread
• unsnarl
• uncoil
• untether
• untwine
• unspool

truss

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noun

as in stand

Related Words

• stand
• peg
• strut
• crutch
• stanchion
• stake
• arch
• girder
• post
• cantilever
• stilt
• frame
• foundation
• bracket
• bearing
• base
• column
• pillar
• prop
• support
• reinforcement
• pedestal
• pilaster
• brace
• mount
• mounting
• bolster
• shore
• shoring
• spur
• stay
• buttress
• underpinning

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of truss

Verb

For the last 15 or so years, celebrities have been, in general, more trussed up, as red carpets have become a heightened economic prospective for stars and designers alike. — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2025

Some are speckled with herbs, many are trussed and two come with a wedge of citrus. — Cesar Hernandez, San Francisco Chronicle, 25 June 2025

Noun

The laser systems sit about 10 feet above the ground on a truss, allowing people to walk beneath the installation and look straight up through the canopy of light. — Kenny Choi, CBS News, 22 June 2026

The historic facade opens onto a vast, contemporary lobby and bar, where the original steel trusses and pulley lights hang over the room. — Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026