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Queen-post trusses

Scope note

Trusses having two vertical posts between the rafters and the tie beam; the upper ends of the vertical posts are connected by a straining piece. DAC

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30001921

Broader Terms used

<trusses by form>

Equivalent Terms used

queen-post truss

Created

13yrs ago

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