winch
word
Definition
A winch is a machine with a handle or motor used to pull in or let out heavy objects by winding up a rope, chain, or cable.
Usage & Nuances
'Winch' is a technical noun, usually referring to equipment on boats, vehicles, or construction sites. Collocates: 'electric winch', 'hand winch', 'use a winch'. Not typically used in casual conversation except around practical tasks.
Spanish: cabrestante - tornoPortuguese (BR): guincho - cabrestantePortuguese (PT): guincho - cabrestanteChinese (Simplified): 绞盘 - 绞车Chinese (Traditional): 絞盤 - 絞車Hindi: विंच (रस्सी खींचने वाली मशीन)Arabic: رافعة يدوية - ونشBengali: উইঞ্চRussian: лебёдкаJapanese: ウインチVietnamese: tờiKorean: 윈치Turkish: vinç - makaraUrdu: ونچIndonesian: kerekan
Example Sentences
We used a winch to pull the car out of the mud.
basic
Turn the handle on the winch slowly.
basic
The boat has a strong winch for heavy ropes.
basic
Do you know how to hook up the winch on this truck?
natural
They used an electric winch to lift the steel beams.
natural
If the winch stops working, we’ll be stuck for hours.
natural