How Do You Spell WINDLASS?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪndlas] (IPA)

The word "windlass" is a noun that refers to a mechanical device used to lift heavy objects, typically an anchor on a ship. The spelling of the word can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription as /ˈwɪndləs/. The first syllable is pronounced as "wind," like the movement of air. The second syllable is pronounced as "ləs," with a short "i" sound and a silent "d." The spelling of the word reflects its original Middle English roots, with the "d" being dropped over time.

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WINDLASS Meaning and Definition

  1. A windlass is a mechanical device used to raise or lower heavy objects by means of a rope or cable. It consists of a cylindrical barrel, usually made of metal, which is equipped with a gear mechanism and a handle. The rope or cable is wound around the barrel and the winding process is facilitated by turning the handle. As the handle is rotated, the gear mechanism within the windlass engages with the teeth on the barrel, allowing it to rotate and thus lifting or lowering the attached load.

    Commonly used on ships, windlasses are essential tools for hoisting anchors or heavy equipment. They provide a mechanical advantage that enables the crew to effortlessly exert a large amount of force, making the lifting or lowering process more efficient and manageable. Windlasses can also be found in various industrial or construction settings, where they are used to move or position heavy materials or machinery.

    In addition to its primary function as a lifting mechanism, a windlass often includes features such as a locking mechanism or a brake, which help to secure the load in place once it has been lifted or lowered. This ensures stability and prevents any unintentional movements or accidents.

    Overall, a windlass is an indispensable tool that utilizes mechanical advantage to lift or lower heavy objects, offering a safer and more efficient alternative to manual labor.

  2. A machine for raising heavy weights, being a modification of the wheel and axle.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of WINDLASS

The word "windlass" can be traced back to the Middle English term "wyndlas". It is a combination of two elements: "wynd", which means "to turn", and "las", which means "rope" in Old Norse. The Old Norse influence on the word is due to the Viking invasions and settlements in England during the Middle Ages. Over time, "wyndlas" evolved into "wendlas" and eventually became "windlass" as we know it today. The term is used to describe a mechanical device used for winding or hoisting heavy objects, often consisting of a drum or cylinder around which a rope or chain is wound and operated by a crank or handle.

Similar spelling words for WINDLASS

Plural form of WINDLASS is WINDLASSES

Conjugate verb Windlass

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have windlassed
you would have windlassed
he/she/it would have windlassed
we would have windlassed
they would have windlassed
I would have windlass
you would have windlass
he/she/it would have windlass
we would have windlass
they would have windlass

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been windlassing
you would have been windlassing
he/she/it would have been windlassing
we would have been windlassing
they would have been windlassing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would windlass
you would windlass
he/she/it would windlass
we would windlass
they would windlass

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be windlassing
you would be windlassing
he/she/it would be windlassing
we would be windlassing
they would be windlassing

FUTURE

I will windlass
you will windlass
he/she/it will windlass
we will windlass
they will windlass

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be windlassing
you will be windlassing
he/she/it will be windlassing
we will be windlassing
they will be windlassing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have windlassed
you will have windlassed
he/she/it will have windlassed
we will have windlassed
they will have windlassed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been windlassing
you will have been windlassing
he/she/it will have been windlassing
we will have been windlassing
they will have been windlassing

IMPERATIVE

you windlass
we let´s windlass

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to windlass

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was windlassing
you were windlassing
he/she/it was windlassing
we were windlassing
they were windlassing

PAST PARTICIPLE

windlassed

PAST PERFECT

I had windlassed
you had windlassed
he/she/it had windlassed
we had windlassed
they had windlassed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been windlassing
you had been windlassing
he/she/it had been windlassing
we had been windlassing
they had been windlassing

PRESENT

I windlass
you windlass
he/she/it windlasses
we windlass
they windlass

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am windlassing
you are windlassing
he/she/it is windlassing
we are windlassing
they are windlassing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

windlassing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have windlassed
you have windlassed
he/she/it has windlassed
we have windlassed
they have windlassed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been windlassing
you have been windlassing
he/she/it has been windlassing
we have been windlassing
they have been windlassing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it windlass

SIMPLE PAST

I windlassed
you windlassed
he/she/it windlassed
we windlassed
they windlassed

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