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

The site features the tallest headstocks in the world and had been empty since its doors closed two decades ago - until it was purchased by Mr Mills.

From BBC

It also produces the associated parts and mechanisms for bells such as frames, headstocks, wheels, hand-bells, carillons and ropes.

From BBC

The guitar I played on the song had a broken headstock.

From The Guardian

The headstock of the black Gibson ES-345 prototype features the message “BB King 80” and an inlaid crown decorated with mother of pearl.

From The Guardian

The headstock has “B.B. King 80” and a crown inlaid with mother-of-pearl.

From Washington Times