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Synonyms for Ratchet (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction):
rachet, ratch

WordNet sense 2 (move by degrees in one direction only):
rachet up, ratchet down


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