1. travels across or through an area
2. moves back and forth across something

1. paths or routes that cross an area
2. horizontal structural beams or supports
Usage: architecture; engineering

Examples

• The hiking trail traverses the entire mountain range.
• She traverses the city daily on her commute to work.
• The spotlight traverses the stage during the performance.
• The bridge traverses the wide river valley.
• Mountain climbers use ice axes when they traverse steep slopes.
• The architect designed steel traverses to support the roof.
• Several traverses connect the main corridors in the building.