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capstanOne entry found. Main Entry: cap·stan Pronunciation: \ˈkap-stən, -ˌstan\ Function: noun Etymology: Middle English, probably from Middle French cabestant Date: 14th century 1 : a machine for moving or raising heavy weights that consists of a vertical drum which can be rotated and around which cable is turned
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