rudderstock

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rud·der·stock

 (rŭd′ər-stŏk′)
n.
The vertical shaft of a rudder that allows it to pivot when the tiller or steering gear is operated. Also called rudderpost.
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Noun1.rudderstock - a vertical post at the forward edge of a rudder that enables the rudder to pivot
rudderpost
post - an upright consisting of a piece of timber or metal fixed firmly in an upright position; "he set a row of posts in the ground and strung barbwire between them"
rudder - (nautical) steering mechanism consisting of a hinged vertical plate mounted at the stern of a vessel
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