1. .... A composition of bitumen, pitch, lime, and gravel, used for forming pavements, and as a water-proof cement for bridges, roofs, etc.; asphaltic ce...

2. ....) The council or ruling body of the University of Cambridge prior to the constitution of 1856. Your _____s and heads of colleges. Lamb. _____ mort...

3. .... _____ beam (Arch.), the main timber in double flooring. -- _____ joist (Arch.), the secondary timber in double-framed flooring. Syn. -- Obliga...

4. .... (Arch. & Engin.) A main beam; a stright, horizontal beam to span an opening or carry weight, such as ends of floor beams, etc.; hence, a framed o...