Synonyms:
rafter, balk, baulk
Meaning: one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof
verb
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
rafter
Meaning: provide (a ceiling) with rafters
Usage examples
And all were moved a little, But Colan stood apart, Having first pity, and after Hearing, like rat in rafter, That little worm of laughter That eats the Irish heart.