Entrait (en. Entered)

/ɑ̃.tʁɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A horizontal wooden piece that supports the rafters in the framework of a roof.

The beam is essential for the strength of the structure.

L'entrait est essentiel pour la solidité de la structure.

In the field of architecture, it is a component of the framework.

From Old French 'entraï', derived from the verb 'entraître', meaning to support.

roof beam

structural element supporting the roof.

entrait de toit

horizontal beam

term used to describe the position of the beam.

entrait horizontal

framework

wooden structure that supports a roof.

charpente

rafter

horizontal element of the framework supporting the roof.

panne

truss

prefabricated roofing structure.

fermette