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Meaning of RUDDERPOST

Pronunciation:  'rudur`powst

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  a vertical post at the forward edge of a rudder that enables the rudder to pivot
 

RUDDERPOST is a 10 letter word that starts with R.

 

 Synonyms: rudderstock
 
 See Also: post, rudder

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Rud"der*post\, n. (Naut.)
The shank of a rudder, having the blade at one end and the
attachments for operating it at the other.

 

 

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