Definitions
1.noun(chiefly in the plural) The set size or dimension of a piece of timber, stone etc., or materials used to build ships or aircraft.
2.nounA small portion, a scant amount.
3.nounA small, upright beam of timber used in construction, especially less than five inches square.
4.nounTimber in the form of small beams and pieces.
5.nounA rough draught; a crude sketch or outline.
6.nounA frame for casks to lie upon; a trestle.
7.adjectiveNot plentiful; small; scanty.