DWANG

Etymology

Noun

dwang (plural dwangs)

(Scotland, New Zealand) A horizontal timber (or steel) section used in the construction of a building.

A large metal crowbar.

Source: Wiktionary


Dwang, n. Etym: [Cf. D. dwingen to force, compel.]

1. (Carp.)

Definition: A piece of wood set between two studs, posts, etc., to stiffen and support them.

2. (Mech.) (a) A kind of crowbar. (b) A large wrench. Knight.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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