Capstan
noun
A large winch with a vertical axle, for winding in ropes or cables.
The sailors cranked the capstan to raise the anchor.
Often appears as...
- turn the capstan
- capstan on a ship
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A revolving cylinder, used for moving recording tape in a tape recorder.
The capstan ensures that the tape moves evenly and at a constant speed.
Often appears as...
- tape on the capstan
- capstan in a recorder
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A large winch with a vertical axle, for winding in ropes or cables.
The sailors cranked the capstan to raise the anchor.
Often appears as...
- turn the capstan
- capstan on a ship
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A revolving cylinder, used for moving recording tape in a tape recorder.
The capstan ensures that the tape moves evenly and at a constant speed.
Often appears as...
- tape on the capstan
- capstan in a recorder
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Maritime Origin
Originates from nautical usage, frequently used in maritime contexts.
The deck was slippery, and the crew struggled to keep turning the capstan.
Pro Tip 2/3Physical Exertion
Associated with laborious activity, often requiring teamwork.
Heaving the capstan, the sailors' muscles tensed with the effort.
Pro Tip 3/3Mechanical Understanding
Understanding its mechanical function clarifies its use and importance.
Without the capstan, we wouldn't have been able to secure the ropes properly.
Pro Tip 1/3Maritime Origin
Originates from nautical usage, frequently used in maritime contexts.
The deck was slippery, and the crew struggled to keep turning the capstan.
Pro Tip 2/3Physical Exertion
Associated with laborious activity, often requiring teamwork.
Heaving the capstan, the sailors' muscles tensed with the effort.
Pro Tip 3/3Mechanical Understanding
Understanding its mechanical function clarifies its use and importance.
Without the capstan, we wouldn't have been able to secure the ropes properly.
Pro Tip 1/3Maritime Origin
Originates from nautical usage, frequently used in maritime contexts.
The deck was slippery, and the crew struggled to keep turning the capstan.
Pro Tip 2/3Physical Exertion
Associated with laborious activity, often requiring teamwork.
Heaving the capstan, the sailors' muscles tensed with the effort.
Pro Tip 3/3Mechanical Understanding
Understanding its mechanical function clarifies its use and importance.
Without the capstan, we wouldn't have been able to secure the ropes properly.
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Alaska Bush Troopers
handcuffed and capstan that sonic weapon that we carry despite the risks Olic is committed to helping his people soon he'll get a powerful new tool the village is about
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