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1
: any of various machines or instruments for hauling or pulling
especially
: a powerful machine with one or more drums on which to coil a rope, cable, or chain for hauling or hoisting : windlass
2
: a crank with a handle for giving motion to a machine (such as a grindstone)
winched; winching; winches
: to hoist or haul with or as if with a winch
wincher
noun
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Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 3 Apr. 2024
The 2336-piece set is highly customizable, coming with numerous add-ons that make the Defender even more off-road ready, like traction boards and a working winch.
—Caleb Miller, Car and Driver, 20 Mar. 2023
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Noun
More advanced 4×4 enthusiasts can also sharpen winch skills and their acumen with safety procedures, trail navigation, and rock crawling.
—Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 3 Apr. 2024
The 2336-piece set is highly customizable, coming with numerous add-ons that make the Defender even more off-road ready, like traction boards and a working winch.
—Caleb Miller, Car and Driver, 20 Mar. 2023
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“Winch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/winch. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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