Definitions for: Tailstock

[n] support consisting of the movable part of a lathe that slides along the bed in alignment with the headstock and is locked into position to support the free end of the workpiece

Webster (1913) Definition: Tail"stock`, n.
The sliding block or support, in a lathe, which carries the
dead spindle, or adjustable center. The headstock supports
the live spindle.

See Also: support