Ratchet Definition & Meaning
ratchet
- noun
- mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction
- verb
- move by degrees in one direction only; "a ratcheting lopping tool"
"Ratchet" in song lyrics
See how ratchet is used in real songs:
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"Molly Warbucks who burn the big ratchet"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Othorized F.A.M. — Staten Islanders -
"Scared them with my words, I ain't have to pull a ratchet"
9th Prince f/ Shyheim — Young Godz Pt. 2 -
"I'm done talking, Go get your ratchet"
Apocalipps f/ Bless, Iron Mic — What Would You Do?
Words that rhyme with ratchet
Usage tips for "ratchet"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does ratchet mean?
- mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction move by degrees in one direction only; "a ratcheting lopping tool"
- What part of speech is ratchet?
- Ratchet is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does ratchet have?
- Ratchet has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).