Meaning of the word stanchion in English
What does stanchion mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
stanchion
US /ˈstæn.tʃən/
UK /ˈstɑːn.tʃən/
Noun
an upright bar, post, or support
Example:
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The ship's deck was lined with sturdy metal stanchions.
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Crowd control barriers often use ropes strung between stanchions.
Verb
to stop or check the flow of (blood or a liquid)
Example:
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The medic worked quickly to stanch the bleeding from the wound.
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They used sandbags to stanch the flow of water into the basement.