scantling

/ˈskæntlɪŋ/noun
High School
1

The set size or dimension of a piece of timber, stone etc., or materials used to build ships or aircraft.

2

A small portion, a scant amount.

3

A small, upright beam of timber used in construction, especially less than five inches square.

4

Timber in the form of small beams and pieces.

5

A rough draught; a crude sketch or outline.

6

A frame for casks to lie upon; a trestle.

#archaic#obsolete