Meaning Of The Word Winch

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What's The Definition Of Winch?

winch
countable noun: A winch is a machine which is used to lift heavy objects or people who need to be rescued. It consists of a drum around which a rope or chain is wound.
verb: If you winch an object or person somewhere, you lift or lower them using a winch.

winch in American English
a crank with a handle for transmitting motion, as to a grindstone
to hoist or haul with a winch

winch in American English 1
noun: the crank or handle of a revolving machine
transitive verb: to hoist or haul (a load) by means of a winch

winch in British English 1
noun: a windlass driven by a hand- or power-operated crank
verb: to pull (in a rope) or lift (a weight) using a winch

winch in British English 2
verb

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