A strip of sawed stuff, or a scantling; as, (a) pl. (Com.
   & Arch.) Sawed timbers about 7 by 2 1/2 inches and not less than 6 feet
   long. Brande & C. (b) (Naut.) A strip of wood used in fastening the
   edges of a tarpaulin to the deck, also around masts to prevent chafing.
   (c) A long, thin strip used to strengthen a part, to cover a crack,
   etc.