potence

Power; potency.

In heraldry: A bearing of the shape of a capital T—that is, a cross tau.

The termination of an ordinary or other bearing when of that form.

In watch-making, the counter-bridge to the main cock or bridge on the top plate of a watch, holding the jeweling for the balance-staff, cylinder, or verge.

Potency; capacity.

power or strength; potency

A stud that acts as a support of a pivot in a watch or clock

the state of being potent; a male’s capacity to have sexual intercourse