Sheave and Windlass

Sheave

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Windlass and sheave are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Windlass" instead a noun "Sheave".

Windlass

Windlass noun - Lifting device consisting of a horizontal cylinder turned by a crank on which a cable or rope winds.
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Sheave and windlass are semantically related. You can use "Sheave" instead a noun "Windlass".
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