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king post
or kingpost, king-post
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noun
a structural member running vertically between the apex and base of a triangular roof truss.
Machinery. a rotating or stationary column for supporting tackle or booms used in lifting.
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Origin of king post
First recorded in 1770–80
Words nearby king post
king-of-the-salmon, king penguin, King Philip's War, kingpin, king plank, king post, king prawn, king quail, king rail, king rod, Kings
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British Dictionary definitions for king post
king post
noun
a vertical post connecting the apex of a triangular roof truss to the tie beamAlso called: joggle post Compare queen post
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