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structural shape

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  1. 1. The shape of a member especially adapted to structural purposes, esp. in giving the greatest strength with the least material. Hence, Colloq., any steel or iron member of such shape, as channel irons, I beams, T beams, etc., or, sometimes, a column, girder, etc., built up with such members. Source: webster
  2. 2. The shape of a member especially adapted to structuralpurposes, esp. in giving the greatest strength with the leastmaterial. Hence, Colloq., Source: adambom

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