Crossbar (noun)

1. A horizontal bar or rod fixed transversely to two upright supports.
2. A bar extending across the goal in various games, serving as the goal itself or as a target to aim at.

Origin:

Derived from the old english word 'crossberende' meaning 'cross-bearing'.

Examples:

1. The tightrope walker carefully balanced himself on the crossbar as he walked across.
2. In soccer, a shot that hits the crossbar is not considered a goal.
3. The monkey swung from the crossbar, much to the delight of the crowd.
4. The crossbar on the bicycle was used to attach a basket for carrying groceries.
5. The gymnast swung around the crossbar, performing a series of impressive flips.