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Block and tackle
Meaning
Noun
●
A system in which a
rope
,
cable
, or
chain
(the
tackle
) is
passed over
pulleys
enclosed
in two
(or
rarely
more)
blocks
, one
fixed
and one
attached
to a
load
, which
is used to
gain
mechanical advantage
to
lift
or
pull
heavy
load
s.
●
In Underwear:
The
underwear
combination
of
stockings
worn
with a
suspender
belt.
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Synonyms
Polyspast
Muffle
Come-Along
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