Definition of ratchets

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • ratchets is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • ratchets is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • ratchets is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of ratchets


  • move by degrees in one direction only (verb)

    Examples

    1. a ratcheting lopping tool

    Synonyms

    1. rachet up
    2. ratchet down
  • mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. rachet
    2. ratch

See definition of ratchets in Merriam Webster