winch
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noun \ˈwinch\Definition of WINCH
1
: any of various machines or instruments for hauling or pulling; especially : a powerful machine with one or more drums on which to coil a rope, cable, or chain for hauling or hoisting : windlass
2
: a crank with a handle for giving motion to a machine (as a grindstone)
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Origin of WINCH
Middle English winche roller, reel, from Old English wince; akin to Old English wincian to wink
First Known Use: before 12th century
2winch
transitive verbDefinition of WINCH
: to hoist or haul with or as if with a winch
— winch·er noun
First Known Use of WINCH
1529
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