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Definitions for: Stanchion
[n] any vertical post or rod used as a support
Webster (1913) Definition: Stan"chion, n. [OF. estanson, estan[,c]on, F.
['e]tan[,c]on, from OF. estance a stay, a prop, from L.
stans, stantis, standing, p. pr. of stare to stand. See
Stand, and cf. Stanza.] [Written also stanchel.]
1. (Arch.) A prop or support; a piece of timber in the form
of a stake or post, used for a support or stay.
2. (Naut.) Any upright post or beam used as a support, as for
the deck, the quarter rails, awnings, etc.
3. A vertical bar for confining cattle in a stall.
See Also: post
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