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Example:The construction workers used a winch instead of the old ballows to lift the large stones onto the scaffolding.
Definition:A machine with a drum and a hauling line that is used to lift, lower, or move heavy weights; or a winding drum in a block and tackle. It serves a similar purpose to a ballows, but is more commonly used in modern machinery.
From winch
Example:The sailors used the windlass to lower the anchor into the water instead of the old ballows.
Definition:A device for raising or lowering something, as by winding rope or a chain around a vertical shaft. This term is also more contemporary and can be used interchangeably with ballows in certain contexts.
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