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SLIDE-REST

\slˈa͡ɪdɹˈɛst], \slˈa‍ɪdɹˈɛst], \s_l_ˈaɪ_d_ɹ_ˈɛ_s_t]\

Definitions of SLIDE-REST

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1895 - Glossary of terms and phrases

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An all-important part of a planing-machine or lathe for insuring accuracy in the motion of the cutting-tool by holding and directing it.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

The part of a lathe in which the cutting tool can be held, instead of being held by the hand.

1895 - Glossary of terms and phrases
By Henry Percy Smith

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