ratchet meaning and definition

RATCHET noun

Definition of ratchet (noun)

1. mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction
   • synonyms: rachet, ratch

RATCHET verb

Definition of ratchet (verb)

1. move by degrees in one direction only
   • "a ratcheting lopping tool"
   • synonyms: rachet up, ratchet down