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- pronunciation:
- wInch
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a mechanical device, powered by motor or hand, that pulls or lifts objects by a rope or cable wound around its revolving drum.
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definition 2: |
the crank or handle that operates a hand-powered turning machine.
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related words: |
hoist, pry, tackle |
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part of speech: |
transitive verb |
inflections: |
winches, winching, winched |
definition: |
to lift or pull using a winch.
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related words: |
hoist, lift |
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