WINDLASS


Meaning of WINDLASS in English

n. & v.

n. a machine with a horizontal axle for hauling or hoisting.

v.tr. hoist or haul with a windlass.

[ alt. (perh. by assoc. with dial. windle to wind) of obs. windas f. OF guindas f. ON vind ss f. vinda WIND(2) + ss pole ]

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