PAWL
/pɑl/
9
Scrabble
11
WWF
P(3) A(1) W(4) L(1)
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Definition
/pɑl/
noun
- A pivoted catch designed to fall into a notch on a ratchet wheel so as to allow movement in only one direction (e.g. on a windlass or in a clock mechanism), or alternatively to move the wheel in one direction.
- A similar device to prevent motion in other mechanisms besides ratchets.
verb
- To stop with a pawl.
Source: Wiktionary
Hooks
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