Either of the vertical components that form the side of an opening in a wall, such as that of a door frame, window frame, or fireplace.
Synonym of jambeau (“piece of armor for the leg”).
Any thick mass of rock that prevents miners from following the lode or vein.
To fix or attach a jamb to.
A sheltered place, especially a place protected from the wind by some object; the side sheltered from the wind (see also leeside); shelter; protection.
A protected cove or harbor, out of the wind.
The side of the ship away from the wind.
Facing away from the flow of a fluid, usually air.