English Explanatory Dictionary

block and tackle

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. 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 loads.
  2. The underwear combination of stockings worn with a suspender belt.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-block and tackle.wav

Word forms

block and tackle block and tackles blocks and tackles

Synonyms

polyspast muffle hoisting-tackle

Related words

block tackle belt and braces
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