Word: midspan
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: mid
span
Definition: In structural engineering, the point on a flexural member (typically a beam, girder, or spandrel panel) that is equidistant from the two end supports.
Morphemes:
Affix: mid-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Denoting the middle part.
Affix: span
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The spread or extent of an arch or between its abutments, or of a beam, girder, truss, roof, bridge, or the like, between supports.