headstock
/ˈhɛdˌstɑk/
noun
- The part of a machine tool (such as a lathe) that holds the rotating spindle and drive mechanism.
- He cleaned the headstock carefully to remove metal shavings.
- A worn bearing in the headstock can cause vibration during cutting.
- The machinist adjusted the headstock to change the speed of the lathe.
- The part of a stringed musical instrument (like a guitar or violin) at the end of the neck that holds the tuning pegs.
- She replaced the strings and wound them around the headstock pegs.
- The guitar's headstock was cracked near the tuning peg.
- The shape of a headstock often helps identify the brand of the guitar.