CAPSTAN

7 letters 11 Scrabble points /ˈkap.stən/

Definition of CAPSTAN

noun

  1. A vertical cylindrical machine that revolves on a spindle, used to apply force to ropes, cables, etc. It is typically surmounted by a drumhead with sockets for levers used to turn it.

  2. A rotating spindle used to move recording tape through the mechanism of a tape recorder.

Source: Wiktionary

Word Details

Letters C A P S T A N
Length 7 letters
Scrabble Score 11 points

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