n. pl. The settlings of oil, molasses, etc., at the bottom of a barrel or hogshead. Simmonds. [ 1913 Webster ]
n.
n. [ Cf. Pedestal. ]
n.
How on the faltering footsteps of decay
Youth presses. Bryant. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. The stone at the foot of a grave; -- opposed to headstone. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. A low stool to support the feet of one when sitting. [ 1913 Webster ]