Webster's Online Dictionary
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Specialty Definition: HEADBLOCK

DomainDefinition
MiningA. A stop at the head of a slope or shaft to stop cars from going down the shaft or slope b. A cap piece c. A heavy obstruction placed end-on across the rail to prevent the passage of a runaway mine car d. The crosstie that supports the toes of the switch. (references)

Source: compiled by the editor from various references; see credits.

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