noun
- structural supports or braces that resist compression
Usage: engineering; construction
verb
- walks in a proud, confident way with the chest out and head high
Examples
- The peacock struts around the yard showing off its colorful feathers.
- She struts down the runway with complete confidence.
- The actor struts across the stage during his dramatic entrance.
- The building’s steel struts provide essential structural support.
- The airplane’s wing struts help maintain the aircraft’s stability.
- Engineers inspected the bridge struts for signs of wear.