trusses
trus-ses
noun
Medical devices worn to support a hernia and prevent it from protruding.
"He needed new trusses for his hernia."
noun
Strong supporting frameworks, often triangular, used in building roofs or bridges.
"The roof trusses were installed quickly."
verb
Tightly ties or binds someone or something, often a person or poultry.
"The chef trusses the chicken for roasting."