Definition of "kingpost" [kingpost]

• Alternative spelling of king post. (noun)

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• "Might just be a kinda kingpost for the palace, it's bigger around than I can reach, but I never seen anything like it."
• "The elevators and rudders are composed of a duralumin framework, stiffened by a kingpost on either side with bracing wires."
• "Ninety-two columns supported an open roof, the trusses of which were of the kingpost pattern."