how to pronounce stanchion

/ˈstɑːn.tʃən/

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stanchion is pronounced in two syllables

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stɑːntʃən

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meanings of stanchion

noun:

  1. A framework of such posts, used to secure or confine cattle.
  2. A vertical pole, post, or support.

verb:

  1. To erect stanchions, or equip something with stanchions.
  2. To confine by means of stanchions, typically used for cattle.

stanchion frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR

the word stanchion occurs in english on average 0.3 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.

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