ratchet wheel (Meaning)
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ratchet wheel (n)
toothed wheel held in place by a pawl or detent and turned by a lever
Synonyms & Antonyms of ratchet wheel
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ratchet wheel Sentence Examples
- The intricate design of the ratchet wheel ensured that the mechanism would only move in one direction.
- The old grandfather clock relied on a ratchet wheel to regulate its ticking rhythm.
- The mechanic used a wrench to tighten the ratchet wheel on the winch.
- The squealing noise coming from the ratchet wheel indicated that it needed lubrication.
- The ratchet wheel allowed the team to hoist heavy machinery with ease and precision.
- The defective ratchet wheel caused the winch to malfunction, putting the construction project at risk.
- Engineers meticulously calculated the gear ratio between the motor and the ratchet wheel.
- The ratchet wheel's teeth bit into the pawl, preventing the gear from slipping backwards.
- The inventor experimented with different materials for the ratchet wheel to optimize its durability.
- As the ratchet wheel rotated, it provided a positive drive to the hoisting mechanism, ensuring a safe and controlled lift.
FAQs About the word ratchet wheel
toothed wheel held in place by a pawl or detent and turned by a lever
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The intricate design of the ratchet wheel ensured that the mechanism would only move in one direction.
The old grandfather clock relied on a ratchet wheel to regulate its ticking rhythm.
The mechanic used a wrench to tighten the ratchet wheel on the winch.
The squealing noise coming from the ratchet wheel indicated that it needed lubrication.
