capstan Antonyms
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
Meaning of capstan
capstan (n)
a windlass rotated in a horizontal plane around a vertical axis; used on ships for weighing anchor or raising heavy sails
capstan (n.)
A vertical cleated drum or cylinder, revolving on an upright spindle, and surmounted by a drumhead with sockets for bars or levers. It is much used, especially on shipboard, for moving or raising heavy weights or exerting great power by traction upon a rope or cable, passing around the drum. It is operated either by steam power or by a number of men walking around the capstan, each pushing on the end of a lever fixed in its socket.
FAQs About the word capstan
a windlass rotated in a horizontal plane around a vertical axis; used on ships for weighing anchor or raising heavy sailsA vertical cleated drum or cylinder, re
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Sailors aboard the ship turned the capstan to hoist the heavy anchor from the ocean floor.
The capstan's sturdy construction allowed the crew to efficiently raise and lower the sails.
Using the capstan, the sailors were able to maneuver the ship into position despite the strong currents.
The rhythmic chanting of the sailors accompanied the turning of the capstan, creating a sense of unity among the crew.
