English Word · Intermediate
winch
machine for pulling a cable
Pronunciation: /wɪntʃ/
Meaning
A device that winds a rope or cable around a drum to pull or lift a load.
Example
They used a winch to pull the boat onto the trailer.
They used a winch to pull the boat onto the trailer.
Practice tips
- Practice winch out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.