{ } n. [ F. chantier, LL. cantarium, fr. L. canterius trellis, sort of frame. ] 1. A frame for supporting barrels in a cellar or elsewhere. Sir W. Scott. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (Engin.) A scaffolding or frame carrying a crane or other structure. Knight. [ 1913 Webster ]
(n)a framework of steel bars raised on side supports to bridge over or around something; can display railway signals above several tracks or can support a traveling crane etc., Syn.gauntry
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