A stanchion is a pole or bar that stands upright and is used as a support. a strong upright bar used to support something (estanchon, from estance; STANCE)
Wood (usually mahogany or teak) deck support that transfers the compression forces from the mast to the hull Also serves as the mounting platform for the centerboard winch and wooden spinnaker halyard cleats
The wood side rails that connect the brush bow to the runners and the handlebar to the sled The stanchions usually take a pretty good beating so we keep a good supply of spares on hand see The Anatomy of a Dog Sled