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Webster 1913 Edition

Heelpost

Heel′postˊ

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Noun.
1.
(Naut.)
The post supporting the outer end of a propeller shaft.
2.
(Carp.)
The post to which a gate or door is hinged.
3.
(Engineering)
The quoin post of a lock gate.

Definition 2024

heelpost

heelpost

English

Noun

heelpost ‎(plural heelposts)

  1. (nautical) The post supporting the outer end of a propeller shaft.
  2. (carpentry) The post to which a gate or door is hinged.
  3. The quoin post of a lock gate.

Etymology

heel +‎ post

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