Defn: A part (usually separate from the bed or frame) for supporting some of the principal working parts of a machine; as: (a) 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. (b) The part of a planing machine that supports the cutter, etc.
HEADSTONE
Head"stone`, n.
1. The principal stone in a foundation; the chief or corner stone. Ps. cxviii. 22.
2. The stone at the head of a grave.
HEADSTRONG
Head"strong`, a.
1. Not easily restrained; ungovernable; obstinate; stubborn. Not let headstrong boy my will control. Dryden.
2. Directed by ungovernable will, or proceeding from obstinacy. Dryden.
Syn. — Violent; obstinate; ungovernable; unratable; stubborn; unruly; venturesome; heady.
HEADSTRONGNESS
Head"strong`ness, n.
Defn: Obstinacy. [R.] Gayton.