Definition of windlass

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • windlass is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • windlass is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • windlass is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 14

Definition of windlass


  • lifting device consisting of a horizontal cylinder turned by a crank on which a cable or rope winds (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. winch

See definition of windlass in Merriam Webster