How Do You Spell WINCH?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪnt͡ʃ] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "winch" is interesting due to the presence of the "ch" sound, which is pronounced differently than the "ch" in "chair." In IPA phonetic transcription, "winch" is transcribed as /wɪntʃ/, with the "ch" representing a voiceless postalveolar affricate sound, similar to "tsh." This distinctive sound is the result of the combined phonetic elements of a "t" and "sh" sound, which occurs when the tongue touches the alveolar ridge and releases a burst of air, producing a sharp, hissing sound.

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WINCH Meaning and Definition

  1. A winch refers to a mechanical device used for lifting and pulling heavy loads. It consists of a spool, which is a cylindrical drum or barrel, around which a wire or cable gets wound. Typically powered by a motor or hand-crank, a winch operates by either rotating the drum or pulling the cable, effectively creating a mechanical advantage to exert force. Primarily utilized in various industrial, marine, and construction applications, its versatile design allows it to be mounted on a fixed surface or portable structure for increased flexibility.

    Winches are commonly employed in numerous scenarios to move or lift heavy objects, such as boats, vehicles, and equipment. By providing controlled pulling power, they enable users to overcome resistance or assist in heavy-duty tasks. Winches can be categorized based on their power source, which can include electric, hydraulic, or manual means, each offering different capabilities and advantages. Electric winches are commonly used due to their convenience, ease of use, and versatility.

    Moreover, winches are equipped with safety features like automatic braking systems to prevent accidental release or slippage of the load being lifted. They often possess additional components such as hooks, straps, or chains, enhancing their usability across different industries. With their robust construction and reliable mechanisms, winches play a crucial role in various settings, ensuring efficient and safe lifting and pulling operations.

  2. • The bent handle or crank by which a wheel or axle is turned; in mining, a wheel or axle frequently used to draw water, &c., in a bucket by a rope; a twist or turn.
    • To shrink; to wince.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of WINCH

The word "winch" originated from Middle English "winche" or "wynche", which was derived from Old English "wince" or "wincea". Its roots can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "winkjaną" meaning "to waver, stagger, or totter". Later, it was associated with the Proto-Germanic word "wankōną" meaning "to bend, wind, or turn". In Old English, "wince" gained the specific sense of a machine used for hoisting or hauling heavy objects. Over time, it evolved into the word "winch" as we know it today, referring to a mechanical device used to pull or lift heavy loads.

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Plural form of WINCH is WINCHES

Conjugate verb Winch

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have winched
you would have winched
he/she/it would have winched
we would have winched
they would have winched
I would have winch
you would have winch
he/she/it would have winch
we would have winch
they would have winch

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been winching
you would have been winching
he/she/it would have been winching
we would have been winching
they would have been winching

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would winch
you would winch
he/she/it would winch
we would winch
they would winch

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be winching
you would be winching
he/she/it would be winching
we would be winching
they would be winching

FUTURE

I will winch
you will winch
he/she/it will winch
we will winch
they will winch

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be winching
you will be winching
he/she/it will be winching
we will be winching
they will be winching

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have winched
you will have winched
he/she/it will have winched
we will have winched
they will have winched

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been winching
you will have been winching
he/she/it will have been winching
we will have been winching
they will have been winching

IMPERATIVE

you winch
we let´s winch

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to winch

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was winching
you were winching
he/she/it was winching
we were winching
they were winching

PAST PARTICIPLE

winched

PAST PERFECT

I had winched
you had winched
he/she/it had winched
we had winched
they had winched

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been winching
you had been winching
he/she/it had been winching
we had been winching
they had been winching

PRESENT

I winch
you winch
he/she/it winches
we winch
they winch

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am winching
you are winching
he/she/it is winching
we are winching
they are winching

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

winching

PRESENT PERFECT

I have winched
you have winched
he/she/it has winched
we have winched
they have winched

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been winching
you have been winching
he/she/it has been winching
we have been winching
they have been winching

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it winch

SIMPLE PAST

I winched
you winched
he/she/it winched
we winched
they winched

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