noun๐ShareA headframe."The old mine's headstock, a rickety wooden tower, was a stark reminder of the town's forgotten history. "technicalpartstructuremachineindustrybuildingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA part of a machine (such as a lathe or drill) that supports a rotating part"The machinist carefully tightened the workpiece in the headstock of the lathe before starting the cutting process. "machineparttechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA beam that supports a bell."The bell ringer checked the headstock to make sure it could safely support the weight of the new, larger bell. "architecturepartbuildingbell-ringingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA clamp that restrains a cow by the neck."The farmer carefully guided the cow into the milking parlor and secured it in the headstock before starting the milking process. "agricultureanimalmachinedeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareThe part of a lute-type string instrument, such as a guitar, that holds the tuning pegs or tensioning screws of the strings."The guitar's headstock was decorated with intricate carvings. "musicpartdevicetechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA transverse structural member at the extreme end of a rail vehicle's underframe."The repair crew inspected the headstock of the train car to ensure it was strong enough to safely couple with the next car. "vehicleparttechnicalmachinestructureindustryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
