Definition of "winch"
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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.
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A hoisting machine used for loading or discharging cargo, or for hauling in lines.
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A wince (machine used in dyeing or steeping cloth).
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