The meaning of RATCH is variant of rach.

A ratch is a mechanical device that consists of a gear or linear rack with teeth, and a pivoting, spring-loaded finger that engages the teeth. This mechanism allows the gear to move in one …

Noun 1. ratch - mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction rachet, ratchet...

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Factsheet What does the noun ratch mean? There is one meaning in OED's entry for the noun ratch. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definition, usage, and quotation evidence. This word is used in …

Jun 24, 2025 · ratch (third-person singular simple present ratches, present participle ratching, simple past and past participle ratched) (transitive) To stretch. (transitive) To streak. …

ratch definition: mechanism that allows movement in one direction only. Check meanings, examples, usage tips, pronunciation, domains, related words.

RATCH definition: a ratchet. See examples of ratch used in a sentence.

The ratch, or ratchet, serves a vital role in mechanical devices that require unidirectional movement. For instance, a stopped bicycle uses an intricate ratch system within its gears to …

Ratch definition: A ratchet wheel; a toothed wheel engaging a detent or pawl.