Synonyms: thwart, cross thwart
Definition: a crosspiece spreading the gunnels of a boat; used as a seat in a rowboat
Similar words: crosspiece
Definition: a transverse brace
Synonyms: spoil, scotch, queer, thwart, bilk, baffle, foil, frustrate, cross
Definition: hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
Usage: What ultimately frustrated every challenger was Ruth's amazing September surge; foil your opponent
Similar words: forbid, foreclose, forestall, preclude, prevent
Definition: keep from happening or arising; make impossible
Usage: My sense of tact forbids an honest answer; Your role in the projects precludes your involvement in the competitive project