1. a horizontal bar that connects two vertical posts or supports
2. the horizontal bar at the top of a goal frame in sports like soccer or football
Usage: sports
3. the horizontal bar on a bicycle frame that connects the seat post to the handlebars

Examples

• The fence was reinforced with a metal crossbar between the posts.
• The soccer ball hit the crossbar and bounced back into play.
• She stepped over the bike’s crossbar to mount it.
• The gymnast gripped the crossbar tightly before beginning her routine.
• Workers installed a crossbar to strengthen the gate structure.
• The shot was inches away from going over the crossbar.
• The old bicycle had a high crossbar that made it difficult to ride.