Meaning Of The Word King post

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What's The Definition Of King post?

king post in American English
a vertical supporting post between the apex of a triangular truss and the base, or tie beam, as at the ridge of a roof
noun: a structural member running vertically between the apex and base of a triangular roof truss

king post in British English
noun: a vertical post connecting the apex of a triangular roof truss to the tie beam

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