trussing

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noun

truss·​ing ˈtrə-siŋ 

1

: the members forming a truss

2

: the trusses and framework of a structure

trussing

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present participle of truss entry 1

Examples of trussing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The dahlia stem will grow right next to the stake for easy trussing. — Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026

In last 5 minutes of cooking first turkey breast, season second breast with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, brush with remaining butter mixture (microwave for a few seconds to remelt), and repeat trussing and air-frying with remaining vegetables. — CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025

The expert trussing of the bird from Little Original Joe’s, the takeout counter and market in West Portal, caught everyone’s attention. — Cesar Hernandez, San Francisco Chronicle, 25 June 2025

Many commuters have a love-hate relationship with the span, known for its web of metal trussing and undulating roadway — partly to make room for shipping channels, but also to cut costs by removing steel from the design. — Rachel Swan, SFChronicle.com, 6 Jan. 2020

One that involves absolutely zero trussing, brining, and basting. — Candace Braun Davison, House Beautiful, 4 Oct. 2018

Discard the trussing strings and place the duck on a serving platter. — Daniel Neman, sacbee, 26 June 2018

No fancy trussing is needed, but do tie the chicken’s legs together. — Terri Milligan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 5 Jan. 2018

Remove turkey from pan, reserving pan and juices for gravy; discard any trussing; tent turkey loosely with aluminum foil and allow to rest for 20 minutes. — Country Living, 28 Sep. 2010

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1840, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for trussing

• busing
• bussing
• cussing
• fussing
• discussing