malacate

Spanish

noun
Definitions
  • (historical) A type of capstan or winch formerly used in mines to extract minerals and water.

Etymology

Borrowed from Classical Nahuatl malacatl (spindle, bobbin, spiral).

Origin

Classical Nahuatl

malacatl

Gloss

spindle, bobbin, spiral

Concept
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Clothing and grooming

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Person/Thing

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