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truss

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of truss

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 of truss

band, bind, tie

Words Related to truss

cinch, cord, rope, strap, thread, wire

lash, leash, tether

interlace, intertwine, interweave, lace

entangle, knot, snarl, tangle, twist

Near Antonyms of truss

undo, unfasten, unlace, unlash, unloose, unloosen, unstrap, unstring, unthread

unleash, untether

disentangle, unravel, unsnarl, untangle, untwine, untwist

uncoil, unspool, unwind

Antonyms of truss

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