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winched

 

[ wɪnʧt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

lifting mechanism

To winch means to use a winch, which is a mechanical device used to lift, pull, or move heavy objects. It operates by winding a wire rope or chain around a drum or spool. Common uses include in construction, maritime, and off-road vehicles.

Synonyms

drag, hoist, lift, pull

Examples of usage

  • They winched the heavy load onto the truck.
  • The rescue team winched the injured climber to safety.
  • He winched the boat out of the water.
  • The construction crew winched the steel beams into place.

Translations

Translations of the word "winched" in other languages:

🇵🇹 guinchado

🇮🇳 विंच किया हुआ

🇩🇪 gewinscht

🇮🇩 ditarik

🇺🇦 піднятий за допомогою лебідки

🇵🇱 wyciągnięty

🇯🇵 ウインチで引き上げられた

🇫🇷 tiré par un treuil

🇪🇸 arrastrado

🇹🇷 kaldırılmış

🇰🇷 윈치로 끌어올린

🇸🇦 مرفوع بواسطة الونش

🇨🇿 vytažený

🇸🇰 vyťahaný

🇨🇳 用绞盘提起的

🇸🇮 dvignjen

🇮🇸 lyftur

🇰🇿 тартылған

🇬🇪 წაღებული

🇦🇿 qaldırılan

🇲🇽 levantado

Etymology

The term 'winch' has origins dating back to the Middle English word 'wenche', which referred to a cog or pin used in machinery. Its use is closely associated with the development of mechanical devices during the Industrial Revolution when lifting and moving heavy materials became crucial in construction and maritime industries. The winch represents advancements in mechanical engineering, enabling easier manipulation of significant weights with minimal human effort. Over time, the design of winches has evolved from simple hand-operated tools to complex systems powered by engines or motors, demonstrating the continued relevance and improvement of this essential equipment.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,473, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.