CEFR C1

capstan

noun

Meaning

A large, vertical, rotating cylinder on a ship or in a factory, turned by bars, used to wind ropes, cables, or chains.

Examples

The capstan was used to raise the anchor.
They wound the thick rope around the capstan.

Synonyms: winch, windlass

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capstan (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: [ˈkæpstən]

Definition

A large, vertical, rotating cylinder on a ship or in a factory, turned by bars, used to wind ropes, cables, or chains.

Examples

The capstan was used to raise the anchor.
They wound the thick rope around the capstan.

How to Use capstan

capstan of (prepositional phrase): Indicates possession or association with a specific ship or device. — "The capstan of the old galleon was made of sturdy oak."

Synonyms of capstan

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