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Webster's 1828 Dictionary

POTANCE

n.With watchmakers, the stud in which the lower pivot of the verge is placed.

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

POTANCE

Po "tance, n. Etym: [F. potence. See Potence, Potency. ] (Watch Making )

 

Defn: The stud in which the bearing for the lower pivot of the verge is made.