samson : Idioms & Phrases
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Samson post
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(a) (Naut.) A strong post resting on the keelson, and supporting a beam of the keelson, and supporting a beam of the deck; also, a temporary or movable pilar carrying a leading block or pulley for various purposes. Brande & C.(b) In deepwell boring, the post which supports the walking beam of the apparatus.
