rafter /ˈrɑːftə/

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  N-COUNT Rafters are the sloping pieces of wood that support a roof. 椽子

  例：

  From the rafters of the thatched roofs hung strings of dried onions and garlic.

  从茅草屋顶的椽子上垂挂下一串一串的干洋葱和大蒜。