Ratch (Noun)
Meaning
Mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The ratch of the socket wrench clicked loudly as it tightened the bolt.
- Incorporating a ratch mechanism into the device allowed for greater ease of use.
- The cordless drill included a ratch that allowed for easy loosening of stuck screws.
- As he tightened the bolt, the satisfying click of the ratch helped build confidence.
- After breaking the ratch on his old wrench, he needed to replace it immediately.