Moulinet

[məʊlɪnet]

(n.) The drum upon which the rope is wound in a capstan, crane, or the like.

(n.) A machine formerly used for bending a crossbow by winding it up.

(n.) In sword and saber exercises, a circular swing of the weapon.

Typist: Ruben

n. the drum of a windlass &c. on which the rope is wound: a machine for bending a crossbow.

Editor: Spence