Words Like LINTEL

We have put together a list of words that are similar to LINTEL.

2 Alternative Words Similar to lintel

1 Header Noun      Synonym Words Like Header
2 Beam Noun      Synonym Words Like Beam

6 definitions of lintel

1 A horizontal member spanning an opening, and carrying the superincumbent weight by means of its strength in resisting crosswise fracture.
2 horizontal beam used as a finishing piece over a door or window
3 A horizontal structural member, such as a beam or stone, that spans an opening, as between the uprights of a door or window or between two columns or piers.
4 In architecture, a horizontal piece of timber or stone resting on the jambs of a door or window, or spanning any other open space in a wall or in a columnar construction, and serving to support superincumbent weight.
5 See lingel.
6 A horizontal structural beam spanning an opening, such as between the uprights of a door or a window, and which supports the wall above.
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