windlass (17 synonym found)

Windlass has 17 synonyms. The top synonyms for windlass are crab, jack, reel, crane, hoist, winch, lifter, tackle and 9 more. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for windlass?

A common synonym for windlass is crab. Other synonyms include jack, reel, crane, hoist.

How many synonyms does windlass have?

Windlass has 17 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does windlass mean?

(n): a type of winch, fitted with a wildcat for hauling chain, or a gypsy for rope; an apparatus in which horizontal drums or wheels are operated by means of a steam engine, pneumatic engine, hydrauli

Definition of windlass:

(n) : a type of winch, fitted with a wildcat for hauling chain, or a gypsy for rope; an apparatus in which horizontal drums or wheels are operated by means of a steam engine, pneumatic engine, hydraulic engine, or electric motor for handling heavy anchor chains, hawsers, etc. (FM 55-501)
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Definition of windlass:

(n) : a type of winch, fitted with a wildcat for hauling chain, or a gypsy for rope; an apparatus in which horizontal drums or wheels are operated by means of a steam engine, pneumatic engine, hydraulic engine, or electric motor for handling heavy anchor chains, hawsers, etc. (FM 55-501)
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