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- English Word Headstock Definition A part (usually separate from the bed or frame) for supporting some of the principal working parts of a machine
- English Word Headstock Definition 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.
- English Word Headstock Definition The part of a planing machine that supports the cutter, etc.
- English Word Headstone Definition The principal stone in a foundation; the chief or corner stone.
- English Word Headstone Definition The stone at the head of a grave.
- English Word Headstrong Definition Not easily restrained; ungovernable; obstinate; stubborn.
- English Word Headstrong Definition Directed by ungovernable will, or proceeding from obstinacy.
- English Word Headstrongness Definition Obstinacy.
- English Word Headtire Definition A headdress.
- English Word Headtire Definition The manner of dressing the head, as at a particular time and place.
- English Word Headway Definition The progress made by a ship in motion; hence, progress or success of any kind.
- English Word Headway Definition Clear space under an arch, girder, and the like, sufficient to allow of easy passing underneath.
- English Word Headwork Definition Mental labor.
- English Word Heady Definition Willful; rash; precipitate; hurried on by will or passion; ungovernable.
- English Word Heady Definition Apt to affect the head; intoxicating; strong.
- English Word Heady Definition Violent; impetuous.
- English Word Heal Definition To cover, as a roof, with tiles, slate, lead, or the like.
- English Word Heal Definition To make hale, sound, or whole; to cure of a disease, wound, or other derangement; to restore to soundness or health.
- English Word Heal Definition To remove or subdue; to cause to pass away; to cure; -- said of a disease or a wound.
- English Word Heal Definition To restore to original purity or integrity.