capstan meaning and definition

Definition and meaning of capstan at MeaningMonkey.org. capstan meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.

CAPSTAN noun

Definition of capstan (noun)

a windlass rotated in a horizontal plane around a vertical axis; used on ships for weighing anchor or raising heavy sails

Source: Princeton University Wordnet

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