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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pulley

/ˈpʌli/ noun · British & US
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What does pulley mean?

noun

A wheel or grooved block with a rope, chain, or cable wrapped around it, used for lifting or moving heavy loads, or a device consisting of a wheel or pulley block with a grooved rim, used for changing the direction of a force or motion.

Example

"The construction crew used a pulley system to lift the heavy beam into place."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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