PAWL
4 letters
9 Scrabble points
/pɑl/
Definition of PAWL
noun
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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.
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A similar device to prevent motion in other mechanisms besides ratchets.
verb
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To stop with a pawl.
Source: Wiktionary
Word Details
Letters
P
A
W
L
Length
4 letters
Scrabble Score
9 points