Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Windlass.
Windlass - as a noun
Lifting device consisting of a horizontal cylinder turned by a crank on which a cable or rope winds
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
winchHypernyms (Closely Related)
lifting deviceHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Windlass - as a verb
To raise with, or as if with, a windlass; to use a windlass.
To take a roundabout course; to work warily or by indirect means.
Example Sentences
"The sailors used a windlass to raise the anchor."
"The weight was too heavy to lift by hand, so they used a windlass to hoist it."
"The windlass mechanism allowed for efficient pulling of the rope."
"John strained his back while cranking the windlass."
"The windlass was rusted and difficult to turn."
Word Game Points
Is WINDLASS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, windlass is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
WINDLASS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is WINDLASS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, windlass is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordWINDLASS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is WINDLASS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, windlass is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordWINDLASS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
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