The long, narrow body of a spear, arrow, or similar weapon.

A long, slender handle or rod of a tool or implement.

One of the poles between which a draught animal is harnessed to a vehicle.

A rotating machine element that transmits power; a drive shaft.

A vertical or inclined passage sunk to access or service a mine.

A vertical passage that houses an elevator.

A conduit or vertical passage for ventilation or heating.

A narrow beam or ray of light.

The main axis of a feather.

The body of a column between base and capital.

To treat someone unfairly or cheat them.