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Upright Shaft

The main vertical driving shaft of a wind or water mill upon which the WALLOWER, the GREAT SPUR WHEEL and the CROWN WHEEL are mounted. Also called a MAIN SHAFT.

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Alternative terms

Term	Language	Region
Perpendicular Axle	English