Definition of Winch. Meaning of Winch. Synonyms of Winch
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Definition of Winch
Winch Winch Winch, v. i. [See Wince.]
To wince; to shrink; to kick with impatience or uneasiness.
Winch Winch Winch, n.
A kick, as of a beast, from impatience or uneasiness.
--Shelton.
Winch Winch Winch, n. [OE. winche, AS. wince a winch, a reel to wind
thread upon. Cf. Wink.]
1. A crank with a handle, for giving motion to a machine, a
grindstone, etc.
2. An instrument with which to turn or strain something
forcibly.
3. An axle or drum turned by a crank with a handle, or by
power, for raising weights, as from the hold of a ship,
from mines, etc.; a windlass.
4. A wince.
