Headstock

Word HEADSTOCK
Character 9
Hyphenation head stock
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Definitions and meanings of "Headstock"

What do we mean by headstock?

A nonmoving part of a machine or power tool that supports a revolving part, such as the spindle of a lathe. noun

The part of a stringed instrument adjoined to the end of the neck, where the strings are wound. noun

The central frame of a spinning-mule, containing the operative mechanism of the machine. noun

The wooden cross-beam to which a bell is bolted and which serves as the pivot on which it swings. Also called stock. noun

In machinery: The framing used to support the gudgeons of a wheel. noun

In a lathe, the frame which supports the live spindle, to which the work is chucked or dogged, as distinguished from the tail-stock, which supports the dead spindle; the live head. noun

The transverse member which forms the end of the under frame of an American railroad-car. noun

The part of a lathe that holds the revolving spindle and its attachments; -- also called poppet head, the opposite corresponding part being called a tailstock. noun

The part of a planing machine that supports the cutter, etc. noun

A part of a machine (such as a lathe or drill) that supports a rotating part noun

A beam that supports a bell noun

A clamp that restrains a cow by the neck noun

The part of a guitar that holds the tensioning screws of the strings noun

The stationary support in a machine or power tool that supports and drives a revolving part (as a chuck or the spindle on a lathe) noun

A headframe.

A part of a machine (such as a lathe or drill) that supports a rotating part

A beam that supports a bell.

A clamp that restrains a cow by the neck.

The part of a lute-type string instrument, such as a guitar, that holds the tuning pegs or tensioning screws of the strings.

A transverse structural member at the extreme end of a rail vehicle's underframe.

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The word "headstock" in example sentences

Recently cultivated strains of moustache such as the Octopus also feature prominently, and the headstock is graced with an inspiring moustache quote, sure to please any moustache fancier. ❋ Unknown (2009)

A Gibson Les Paul headstock is shorter - one prospective buyer came all the way over with his Epi LP, only to find out it was too long for this case by about an inch or so. ❋ Unknown (2010)

It looks like the headstock is the same or similar to the headstocks used on the Masterbilt guitars (and the mandolin prototypes discussed recently). ❋ Unknown (2009)

The distance between the five buttons by the headstock is the same on the various guitars we own. ❋ Unknown (2009)

The classic flowerpot inlay at the headstock is a classy touch. ❋ Unknown (2008)

It doesn't refer to the sounds it makes but to the builders logo on the headstock which is a cute little tree frog. ❋ Unknown (2009)

This bell was cast at the old Cripplegate Foundry, London, and is hung from a very large wooden headstock which is turned by fabricated metal wheels. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Scott Wells, their guitarist, strums pensively his guitar, which has a bird feather sticking out of the headstock. ❋ Theo Spielberg (2011)

Can vintage strat tuners fit into a Squire headstock? ❋ Unknown (2009)

The screw holes on the back may not line up, but they all fit the headstock. ❋ Unknown (2009)

If I ever do quit my job and form a band, I'll be sure to notify you to get a bouquet to strap to the headstock of my bass guitar. ❋ Candid Engineer (2009)

A lacy, black brassiere ended up draped over the headstock of my Les Paul, just as we tore into the Hound Dog Taylor classic, Give Me Back My Wig. ❋ Michael Gillan Maxwell (2012)

The ever-present pheasant feather bobs in the air, attached to the headstock of his swaying guitar. ❋ Theo Spielberg (2011)

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