rudderpost

noun — 2 senses

rudderpost

noun

Etymology From rudder + post.

1

Nautical, Transport The rudderstock

2

Aeronautics, Aerospace, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A vertical support on an aircraft's tail section, that connects the rudder to the vertical stabilizer.

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