stopping

Definitions of stopping
  1. noun
    a support placed beneath or against something to keep it from shaking or falling
    synonyms: stopbalk
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    type of:
    ruggensteun, ruggesteun, rugsteun, steun, stut
    supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation
  2. noun
    (nautical) brace consisting of a heavy rope or wire cable used as a support for a mast or spar
    synonyms: stag, stopbalk, verstaging
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