[ 'trans(ə)m ]
■ noun
1》 the flat surface forming the stern of a boat.
↘a horizontal beam reinforcing the stern of a boat.
2》 a strengthening crossbar, in particular one set above a window or door. Compare with mullion .
3》 US term for ~ window .
Phrases
over the ~ N. Amer. informal unsolicited.
Derivatives
~ed adjective
Origin
ME (earlier as traversayn ): from OFr. traversin , from traverser (see traverse ).