The Collaborative International Dictionary
Samson \Sam"son\, n. An Israelite of Bible record (see --Judges xiii.), distinguished for his great strength; hence, a man of extraordinary physical strength. Samson post.
(Naut.) A strong post resting on the keelson, and supporting a beam of the deck; also, a temporary or movable pillar carrying a leading block or pulley for various purposes.
--Brande & C.In deep-well boring, the post which supports the walking beam of the apparatus.
Usage examples of "samson post".
The gaff was on the line that was fast to the Samson post in the stern.
Out across the water he caught the outline of a Samson post against the sky.
Mallory put a couple of loops of tail-line round a samson post, and tied it off with a knot that had more to do with rock faces than boats.