gantry
1 synonym for gantry, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large overhead framework used to support equipment, signage, or a crane, often spanning a road or railway.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
gauntry
How to use gantry
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a motorway gantry
a gantry crane
launch gantry
Etymology
From an earlier word "gauntree," possibly from a dialect word for "gallon" plus "tree" (as in a wooden frame).
Full origin of gantry →Frequently asked questions
What does “gantry” mean?
The word “gantry” means a large overhead framework used to support equipment, signage, or a crane, often spanning a road or railway. In plain terms, a tall overhead framework used to support things like signs, cranes, or launch equipment.
How do you pronounce “gantry”?
“Gantry” is pronounced GANT-ree (/ˈɡæntɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “gantry” in a sentence?
Here is “gantry” used in a sentence: “A digital sign hung from the motorway gantry, warning drivers of the delay ahead.”
What part of speech is “gantry”?
“Gantry” is a noun.
How many meanings does “gantry” have?
“Gantry” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large overhead framework used to support equipment, signage, or a crane, often spanning a road or railway.
