The beam projecting from a lock gate which balances its weight, and by pushing against which the gate is opened or closed.
A wooden timber attached to the lock gates. One on each side. These were used by the lock keeper to open and close the gates.
A beam projecting from a lock gate which balances its weight, and is used as a lever to open and close the gate. Normally constructed of wood or steel, occasionally cast iron, and painted black with the ends picked out in white.
a gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts
1) A piece of apparatus 120 centimeters high, 10 centimeters wide, and 500 centimeters long. 2) A women's event performed on the apparatus. The balance beam routine lasts 70 to 90 seconds and includes a variety of acrobatic, gymnastic, and dance moves, ending with a dismount.
a wooden beam about 4 inches wide and 16 feet long which is about 4 feet above the ground.
An apparatus 120 cm high and 10 cm wide. A women's event performed on the apparatus. The balance beam routine lasts 70 to 90 seconds and includes a variety of acrobatic, gymnastic, and dance moves, ending with a dismount.
A five-metre beam 10 centimetres wide and 1.2 metres above the floor, used for routines involving leaps, turns and tumbling moves.
The Balance Beam is an artistic gymnastics apparatus. In most circumstances, it is only used by female gymnasts.