Associations to the word «Stanchion»

Wiktionary

STANCHION, noun. A vertical pole, post, or support.
STANCHION, noun. A framework of such posts, used to secure or confine cattle.
STANCHION, verb. To erect stanchions, or equip something with stanchions.
STANCHION, verb. To confine by means of stanchions, typically used for cattle.

Dictionary definition

STANCHION, noun. Any vertical post or rod used as a support.

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke