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winch Synonyms
Another word for winch
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• noun (Context 1)
A hauling or lifting device consisting of a rope, cable, or chain winding around a horizontal rotating drum, turned by a crank or motor.
Usage Example
"The rescue team used a motorized windlass to pull the stranded vehicle out of the deep mud."
Strongest
windlass
Strong
hoist
Weak
pulley
crane
• verb (Context 2)
To hoist, haul, or lift something using a mechanical winding device.
Usage Example
"The helicopter hovered above the turbulent water while the crew winched the survivor to safety."
Strongest
hoist
Strong
haul
crank
lift
Weak
pull
Opposites of winch
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lower
drop
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Winch. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/winch