HEADSTOCK


Meaning of HEADSTOCK in English

ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun

1. : a bearing or pedestal for a revolving or moving part: as

a. : a part of a lathe that holds the revolving spindle and its attachments

b. : a part of a cylindrical grinding machine that rotates the work

c. : a part of a planing machine supporting the cutter

d. : a movable head in a measuring machine

e. : a framework containing a runway for the carriage in a spinning mule

f. : a headframe over a mine shaft

2. : a pivoted crossbeam that supports a church bell

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