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  1. Noun.  (architecture) A supporting post attached to the main rafter. (defdate, from 14th c.) .
  2. Noun.  (obsolete, in plural) Testicles. (defdate, 15th-17th c.) .
  3. Noun.  A piece of jewelery which hangs down as an ornament, especially worn on a chain around the neck. (defdate, from 15th c.) .
  4. Noun.  (nautical) A short rope hanging down, used to attach hooks for tackles; a pennant. (defdate, from 15th c.) .
  5. Noun.  The dangling part of an earring. (defdate, from 16th c.) .

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