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gusset [′gəs·ət]
(civil engineering)
A plate that is used to strengthen truss joints.
(mining engineering)
A V-shaped cut in the face of a heading.
gusset, gusset plate
gusset
A plate, usually triangular in shape, used to connect two or more members, or to add strength to a framework.
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