Winch — synonyms, definition
1. winch (Noun)
1 synonym
windlass
1 definition
winch (Noun) — Lifting device consisting of a horizontal cylinder turned by a crank on which a cable or rope winds.
1 type of
lifting device
3 types
capstan yard donkey yarder
1 part of
ship
2. winch (Verb)
1 definition
winch (Verb) — Pull or lift up with or as if with a winch.
ex. "winch up the slack line"
3 types of
draw force pull