capstan

• Dispositivo mecânico com um tambor ou eixo giratório, usado especialmente em navios para enrolar cabos ou cordas e levantar objetos pesados, como âncoras ou velas.

A mechanical device consisting of a rotating drum or spindle, typically used on ships for winding cables or ropes to lift heavy objects such as anchors or sails.

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   A rotating machine with a vertical axis, used on ships for winding cables or ropes, especially for weighing anchor or hoisting heavy loads.

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   • The sailors turned the capstan to raise the heavy anchor.
   • A capstan is essential equipment on traditional sailing vessels.
   • The crew worked together to rotate the capstan and lift the cargo.

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