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    Tirant (en. Pulling)

    /tiʁɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A tirant is a structural element that resists tension.
    The tirant in the bridge supports the structure by maintaining tensile forces.
    Le tirant dans le pont soutient la structure en maintenant les forces de traction.
    Device used to pull something towards oneself.
    He used a tirant to pull the boat towards the dock.
    Il a utilisé un tirant pour attirer le bateau vers le quai.
    In architecture, a tirant is a piece that maintains the balance of a structure.
    The tirants of the facade ensure the stability of the building.
    Les tirants de la façade assurent la stabilité de l'édifice.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'tirer' which means 'to pull'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    water draughts
    Elements used to measure the depth of a body of water.
    tirants d'eau
    air draught
    Draught used in ventilation systems.
    tirant d'air

    Related Words

    tension
    Force that pulls something towards oneself.
    traction
    tension
    Force that causes stretching.
    tension
    support
    Support or brace to hold something up.
    soutien

    Slang Meanings

    Describes a person who often pulls others down or is burdensome.
    He's a real drag, he never stops complaining.
    C'est un vrai tirant, il n'arrête jamais de se plaindre.
    Refers to an individual who takes without giving back.
    He's a drag, he always takes advantage of others.
    Il est un tirant, il profite toujours des autres.