Definitions for rachet
ra·chet

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1. ratchet, rachet, ratchnoun

   mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction

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1. rachetnoun

   ratchet

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1. rachet

   Ratchet is a term with various meanings depending on the context. 1) In mechanical context, it refers to a type of device or tool that permits continuous linear or rotary motion in only one direction while preventing motion in the opposite direction. 2) In slang usage, it is often used to describe something or someone as low class, cheap or unsophisticated. This term came from the African American Vernacular English. 3) In business and economics, ratchet can be an incremental mechanism, like pricing agreements or payment schedules that adjust based on certain criteria or conditions. 4) Another less commonly known use is for a loose part within a percussion instrument that makes a rattling sound when struck. Please specify the context if you want a more specific definition.

Matched Categories

1. • Mechanical Device

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How to pronounce rachet?

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   Daniel

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How to say rachet in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of rachet in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of rachet in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

Examples of rachet in a Sentence

1. Jan Zalasiewicz:

   When global warming really bites, that will rachet up the changes currently taking place.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=rachet
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Rachet
3. ^ ChatGPT
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4. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=rachet