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"In mechanics, the point of rest about which a lever turns in lifting a body; also, a prop or support for a lever at this point. F, Fulcrum; L, lever." -Whitney, 1911

Man with Lever and Fulcrum

"In mechanics, the point of rest about which a lever turns in lifting a body; also, a prop or support…

An illustration of a man sitting in a chair with his leg bandaged and propped up on a chair.

Man with Injured Leg

An illustration of a man sitting in a chair with his leg bandaged and propped up on a chair.

A shell used for games.

Sea Shell

A shell used for games.

"Frame of a vessel supported by shores." A shore is a "post or beam of timber or iron for the temporary support of something; a prop." -Whitney, 1911

Shores

"Frame of a vessel supported by shores." A shore is a "post or beam of timber or iron for the temporary…

"Any rod, or bar, which is used in raising a weight, or surmounting a resistance, by being placed on a fulcrum, or prop, becomes a lever." -Comstock 1850

Simple Lever

"Any rod, or bar, which is used in raising a weight, or surmounting a resistance, by being placed on…

A cartoon of two man standing next to a chair. One man has one leg propped up on the chair while smoking a cigarette.

Two Men Standing with a Chair

A cartoon of two man standing next to a chair. One man has one leg propped up on the chair while smoking…