tailstock

[ teyl-stok ]

noun

1. a movable or sliding support for the dead center of a lathe or grinder.

tailstock

/ ˈteɪlˌstɒk /

noun

1. a casting that slides on the bed of a lathe in alignment with the headstock and is locked in position to support the free end of a workpiece

Word History and Origins

Origin of tailstock¹

First recorded in 1860–65; tail ¹ + stock

Example Sentences

The tool rest is clamped to the base the same as the tailstock.

From Project Gutenberg

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

From Project Gutenberg

The same procedure is carried out in the construction of the tailstock bearings.

From Project Gutenberg

In case there is any variation, the tailstock center is adjusted laterally, other trial cuts are taken, and the test repeated.

From Project Gutenberg

The tailstock center is ground by inserting it in the spindle in place of the headstock center.

From Project Gutenberg