Windlass and Wind

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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Synonyms for Windlass

Wind and windlass are semantically related. In some cases you can replace term "Wind" with "Windlass", this nouns are similar.

Wind

Wind noun - Noticeable movement of air in a particular direction.

Windlass and wind are semantically related. Sometimes you can replace term "Windlass" with "Wind", this nouns are similar.

Nearby Words: windy, winding, windless, windstorm, winder

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