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Ratch

Ratch Meaning & Definition
Ratch Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Ratch?

[n] mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction

Synonyms | Synonyms for Ratch: rachet | ratchet

Related Terms | Find terms related to Ratch:

See Also | click | detent | dog | mechanical device | pawl | ratchet screwdriver | ratchet wheel | spiral ratchet screwdriver

Ratch In Webster's Dictionary

\Ratch\, n. (Zo["o]l.) Same as {Rotche}.
\Ratch\, n. [See {Rack} the instrument, {Ratchet}.] A ratchet wheel, or notched bar, with which a pawl or chick works.

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