shaft
Plural
shafts
1
a metal bar in an engine that enables movement and power to be transmitted from one part to another
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3
a line that forms the length of an arrow pointer
5
a long rod or pole (especially the handle of an implement or the body of a weapon like a spear or arrow)
7
a long vertical passage sunk into the earth, as for a mine or tunnel
8
the long, vertical, and usually cylindrical part of a column between the base and the capital
The shaft is the main vertical section of a column, typically found between the base and the capital. It is usually cylindrical and serves as the primary support for the column, helping to carry the weight of the structure above it. The shaft can vary in height, thickness, and design, depending on the architectural style. In many cases, the surface of the shaft may be plain or decorated with patterns or grooves to enhance its visual appeal. The shaft is essential in maintaining the stability and strength of the column in a building.
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9
a vertical passageway through a building (as for an elevator)
10
the main (mid) section of a long bone
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12
a column of light (as from a beacon)