Dictionary 1. (n.) A bar of metal inserted in the work to shape it, or to hold it, as in a lathe, during the process of manufacture; an arbor.2. (n.) The live spindle of a turning lathe; the revolving arbor of a circular saw. It is usually driven by a pulley. Thesaurus alcove axis axle axle bar axle shaft axle spindle axle-tree belvedere bower casino conservatory distaff fulcrum gazebo gimbal glasshouse greenhouse gudgeon hinge hingle hub kiosk lathhouse mandrel nave oarlock pergola pin pintle pivot pole radiant retreat rowlock spindle summerhouse swivel trunnion |