windlass English

Meaning windlass meaning

What does windlass mean?

windlass

— noun (= winch) lifting device consisting of a horizontal cylinder turned by a crank on which a cable or rope winds

Synonyms windlass synonyms

What other words have the same or similar meaning as windlass?

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pulley

capstan

winch

tackle

hoist

winding

winder

wheel and axle

wheel

turn

tommy

roll

lifting

lift

jigger

hoisting

exaltation

donkey engine

derrick

burton

block and tackle

block

anchor windlass drive

advancement