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treuil

winch

noun truh-YUH Rare

Usage Note

Treuil refers to a mechanical drum or spool used to wind a rope or cable and lift or pull loads. It is standard vocabulary in construction, sailing, and rescue operations. The word is sometimes confused with poulie ('pulley'), but a treuil specifically has a rotating drum driven by a handle or motor.

Examples

"Le treuil soulève la charge facilement."

Natural Translation

The winch lifts the load easily.

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