samson post

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samson post - Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 :

  Samson \Sam"son\, n.
     An Israelite of Bible record (see --Judges xiii.),
     distinguished for his great strength; hence, a man of
     extraordinary physical strength.
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     Samson post.
     (a) (Naut.) A strong post resting on the keelson, and
         supporting a beam of the deck; also, a temporary or
         movable pillar carrying a leading block or pulley for
         various purposes. --Brande & C.
     (b) In deep-well boring, the post which supports the walking
         beam of the apparatus.
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