Meaning of the word gantry in English

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gantry

US /ˈɡæn.tri/

UK /ˈɡæn.tri/

a bridge-like overhead structure with a platform, supporting equipment such as a crane, signals, or cameras.

Example:

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The construction site used a large gantry crane to lift heavy beams.

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Traffic cameras are often mounted on a gantry over the highway.

Synonym:

framework structure scaffolding trestle rig

a framework for supporting barrels, especially in a brewery.

Example:

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The barrels of ale were stored on a wooden gantry in the cellar.

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The brewery installed new metal gantries for their aging barrels.

Synonym:

rack stand frame support trestle