I-bar
[ ahy-bahr ]
/ ˈaɪˌbɑr /
noun
an I-beam used for structural support, as in buildings or bridges.
Origin of I-bar
First recorded in 1885–90
Definition for i-bar (2 of 2)
I-beam
[ ahy-beem ]
/ ˈaɪˌbim /
noun
a rolled or extruded metal beam having a cross section resembling an I.
Compare H-beam.
Also called
I-bar
[ahy-bahr] /ˈaɪˌbɑr/.
Origin of I-beam
First recorded in 1890–95
British Dictionary definitions for i-bar
I-beam
noun
a rolled steel joist or a girder with a cross section in the form of a capital letter I
Compare H-beam