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==English==
==English==


===Noun===
===Noun===
'''winch''' ([[winches]])
'''winch''' ([[winches]])
* A machine consisting of a [[drum]] on an [[axle]], a [[pawl]], and a [[crank]] [[handle]], with or without [[gearing]], to give increased [[mechanical advantage]] when [[haul]]ing on a [[rope]].
# A machine consisting of a [[drum]] on an [[axle]], a [[pawl]], and a [[crank]] [[handle]], with or without [[gearing]], to give increased [[mechanical advantage]] when [[haul]]ing on a [[rope]].
# {{nautical}} A [[hoist]]ing [[machine]] used for [[loading]] or [[discharging]] [[cargo]], or for [[hauling]] in l[[ines]]. (FM 55-501).


====Translations====
====Translations====

Revision as of 02:30, 27 July 2006

[[wikipedia}}

English

Noun

winch (winches)

  1. A machine consisting of a drum on an axle, a pawl, and a crank handle, with or without gearing, to give increased mechanical advantage when hauling on a rope.
  2. Template:nautical A hoisting machine used for loading or discharging cargo, or for hauling in lines. (FM 55-501).

Translations

Verb

  1. To use a winch
    winch in those sails, our lad!