Translation of "capstan" into Dutch

kaapstander is the translation of "capstan" into Dutch.

capstan noun grammar

(nautical) A vertical cleated drum or cylinder, revolving on an upright spindle, and surmounted by a drumhead with sockets for bars or levers. It is much used, especially on shipboard, for moving or raising heavy weights or exerting great power by traction upon a rope or cable, passing around the drum. It is operated either by steam power or by a number of men walking around the capstan, each pushing on the end of a lever fixed in its socket. [..]

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  • kaapstander

    noun

    Winches and capstans (excluding those for raising vehicles)

    Lieren en kaapstanders (exclusief die voor het lichten van voertuigen)

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