Ratchet and Reel

Ratchet

Ratchet noun - Mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction.
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Reel and ratchet are semantically related. in spool topic. In some cases you can use "Reel" instead a noun "Ratchet".

Nearby Words: ratcheted, ratcheting

Reel

Reel noun - A rapid turning about on an axis or central point.
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Ratchet and reel are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Ratchet" instead a noun "Reel".

Nearby Words: reeling, reeled
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