Ratcheting: meaning, definitions and examples

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ratcheting

 

[ หˆrรฆสงษชtษชล‹ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

mechanical process

Ratcheting refers to the action of a mechanism that allows movement in one direction only, typically using a pawl to prevent backward movement. It is commonly found in tools such as ratchet wrenches, which are used to tighten or loosen bolts efficiently without needing to reposition the tool. The term can also be used more generally to describe a gradual increase or improvement, often in a progressive manner that compounds over time.

Synonyms

boosting, increasing, incrementing.

Examples of usage

  • He was ratcheting up the tension with his constant complaints.
  • The ratcheting mechanism made it easy to adjust the tension of the cable.
  • Using a ratcheting tool, she secured the bolt without any hassle.
Context #2 | Noun

mechanical tool

A ratcheting tool is a type of handheld device that allows for continuous rotation in one direction while preventing reverse movement. This is achieved through internal mechanisms such as gears and pawls. Ratcheting tools are widely used in mechanical and construction applications for their efficiency and ease of use, especially when working in tight spaces.

Synonyms

ratchet, tool, wrench.

Examples of usage

  • He bought a new ratcheting wrench for his toolbox.
  • The ratcheting design allows for quick and easy adjustments.
  • She prefers using ratcheting screwdrivers for delicate tasks.

Translations

Translations of the word "ratcheting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น engrenagem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเฅˆเคšเฅ‡เคŸเคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ratschen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ratcheting

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทัƒะฑั‡ะฐัั‚ะต ะบะพะปะตัะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zฤ™batka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฉใƒใ‚งใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cliquet

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ trinquete

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ratchet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ž˜์นซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฑุณู†ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ratchet

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ratchet

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฃ˜่ฝฎ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zobnik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skurรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ะฐั‡ะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒ”แƒฏแƒ”แƒข

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ratchet

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ trinquete

Etymology

The term 'ratchet' originated from the late Middle English word 'ratchet', which derived from the Old French term 'raquet' meaning 'to rattle'. The usage of the word has evolved over time, expanding from a description of the rattling noise to the name given to the mechanical device that produces this action. Early ratchet mechanisms date back to the 12th century, where they were used in clocks and other machinery to control movement. The concept of ratcheting has been applied across various fields, including mechanics, engineering, and even social sciences, symbolizing incremental progress or gradual increases. Today, the term 'ratcheting' is employed to describe both the mechanical process and the metaphorical sense of advancing processes in various contexts.