ratchet






ratchet: n. & v. --n.
1 a set of teeth on the edge of a bar or wheel in which a device engages to ensure motion in one direction only.
2 (in full ratchet-wheel) a wheel with a rim so toothed. --v. (ratcheted, ratcheting) 1 tr. a provide with a ratchet. b make into a ratchet.
2 tr. & intr. move as under the control of a ratchet. [F rochet blunt lance-head, bobbin, ratchet, etc., prob. ult. f. Gmc]

Most popular pairs with ratchet

ratchet straps
ratchet wrenches


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