winch

Definition

  • noun: a machine that has a rope or chain and that is used for pulling or lifting heavy things
  • noun: any of various machines or instruments for hauling or pulling
  • verb: to hoist or haul with or as if with a winch
  • synonyms: wince, shrink, windlass

Examples

  • They 'winched' the car out of the lake.

  • a tow truck's 'winch'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) You got two left! On him. Don't breathe. Hey! Hey!! Hey!!! War Boy!! I'll use the winch! Around the tree thing. Take this. Let's get the engine plates. You drive the rig! Hold the flare! / I am (..)
    2015 Mad Max: Fury Road