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Meaning of the word capstan in English

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capstan

US /ˈkæp.stən/
UK /ˈkæp.stən/
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Noun

a revolving cylinder with a vertical axis, used for winding in ropes or cables, powered by a motor or by hand.

Example:
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The sailors used the capstan to hoist the anchor.
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The old ship still had its original wooden capstan.
Synonym:
windlass winch hoist
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