headframe

[ hed-freym ]

noun

1. a structure supporting the hoisting sheaves at the top of a mine shaft.

Word History and Origins

Origin of headframe¹

First recorded in 1875–80; head + frame

Example Sentences

A headframe of salt producer K+S Group is pictured at a K+S potash mine near Unterbreizbach, near Bad-Hersfeld October 1, 2013.

From Reuters

Contestants had up to March 31 to buy a $5 ticket and guess when the headframe would sink.

From Washington Times

The terminal features a custom-made metal gate inspired by cages that lower workers into mines, stained glass and checkerboard portals inspired by Butte churches and a wide headframe entrance.

From Washington Times

The terminal features a custom-made metal gate inspired by cages that lower workers into mines, stained glass and checkerboard portals inspired by Butte churches and a wide headframe entrance.

From Seattle Times

Heupel noted Sept. 9 grand opening and dedication ceremonies of the trail are set for 9 a.m. at the old headframe near the Lead trailhead and at 11 a.m. at Deadwood’s Powerhouse Park.

From Seattle Times