About The Word Headstock
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Headstock
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What's The Definition Of Headstock?
[n] the stationary support in a machine or power tool that supports and drives a revolving part (as a chuck or the spindle on a lathe)
Synonyms | Synonyms for Headstock: Related Terms | Find terms related to Headstock: See Also | support Headstock In Webster's Dictionary \Head"stock`\, n. (Mach.)
A part (usually separate from the bed or frame) for
supporting some of the principal working parts of a machine;
as:
(a) The part of a lathe that holds the revolving spindle and
its attachments; -- also called {poppet head}, the
opposite corresponding part being called a tailstock.
(b) The part of a planing machine that supports the cutter,
etc.
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