headstock

[ hed-stok ]

noun

1. the part of a machine containing or directly supporting the moving or working parts, as the assembly supporting and driving the live spindle in a lathe.

headstock

/ ˈhɛdˌstɒk /

noun

1. the part of a machine that supports and transmits the drive to the chuck Compare tailstock
2. the wooden or metal block on which a church bell is hung

Word History and Origins

Origin of headstock¹

First recorded in 1725–35; head + stock

Example Sentences

Yet arbitrary preference for classification in the headstock subclass may bep.

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When the nuts on these bolts are tightened, the headstock is firmly clamped to the bed.

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This bed carries a headstock and a tailstock similar to a lathe.

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Many lathes also have gears in the headstock for changing the speeds.

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It has sliders and is clamped to the bed in the same manner as the headstock, but only one bolt is used.

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