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Webster 1913 Edition
Samson
Sam′son
,Noun.
An Israelite of Bible record (see
Judges xiii.
), distinguished for his great strength; hence, a man of extraordinary physical strength. Samson post
. (a)
(Naut.)
A strong post resting on the keelson, and supporting a beam of the deck; also, a temporary or movable pillar carrying a leading block or pulley for various purposes.
Brande & C.
(b)
In deep-well boring, the post which supports the walking beam of the apparatus.