English Explanatory Dictionary

Samson post

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A strong post resting on the keelson and supporting a beam of the deck.
  2. A temporary or movable pillar carrying a leading block or pulley for various purposes.
  3. In deepwell boring, the post which supports the walking beam of the apparatus.

Word forms

Samson post Samson posts

Etymology

After the Biblical character, renowned for his strength.

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