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Stanchion

//ˈstænʃən// noun, verb

Definitions

Noun

1
A vertical pole, post, or support.
"The train began to move. Lace walked with it, holding a stanchion."
2
any vertical post or rod used as a support wordnet
3
A framework of such posts, used to secure or confine cattle.

Verb

1
To erect stanchions, or equip something with stanchions.
2
To confine by means of stanchions, typically used for cattle.

Etymology

Etymology 1

From Old French estanson, estanchon, (Modern French étançon), from estance (“a stay, a prop”), from Latin stāns (“standing”), present participle of stō.

Etymology 2

From Old French estanson, estanchon, (Modern French étançon), from estance (“a stay, a prop”), from Latin stāns (“standing”), present participle of stō.

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