n. 1. See Puppet. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (Naut.) One of certain upright timbers on the bilge ways, used to support a vessel in launching. Totten. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. (Mach.) An upright support or guide fastened at the bottom only. [ 1913 Webster ]
4. same as poppit. [ PJC ]
Poppet head, Puppet head. See Headstock (a). [ 1913 Webster ]