Meaning of the word pulley in English

What does pulley mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pulley

US /ˈpʊl.i/
UK /ˈpʊl.i/
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Noun

a wheel with a grooved rim around which a cord passes, used to raise heavy weights

Example:
The workers used a pulley to lift the heavy crates to the second floor.
The pulley system makes it much easier to move heavy objects.