1. horizontal bars that connect two vertical supports or posts
2. the horizontal bar of a goalpost in sports like soccer or rugby
Usage: sports

Examples

• The fence was reinforced with metal crossbars between the posts.
• The soccer ball hit the crossbar and bounced back into play.
• Workers installed crossbars to strengthen the gate structure.
• The shot sailed just over the crossbar, missing the goal.
• Wooden crossbars connected the ladder’s vertical rails.
• The rugby kick struck the crossbar before falling short.