English Explanatory Dictionary

come-along

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A type of hand-operated winch used, for example, to tighten straps, chains, or ropes.
  2. A type of hold used to restrain an opponent.

Word forms

come-along come-alongs

Etymology

Deverbal from come along.

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