Lifting device consisting of a horizontal cylinder turned by a crank on which a cable or rope winds WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet

A winch is a mechanical device that is used to pull in or let out or otherwise adjust the tension of a rope or wire rope. Wikipedia

The windlass is an apparatus for moving heavy weights. Wikipedia

Mechanical device used to pull in, let out, or otherwise adjust the tension of a rope or cable. Wikipedia Disambiguation

Device used to pull in or let out a rope or cable Wikidata

Apparatus for moving heavy weights, consisting of a horizontal cylinder rotated by the turn of a crank or belt; a winch is affixed to one end, and a cable is wound around the winch, pulling a weight attached to the opposite end Wikidata

Machine. Wiktionary (translation)

A machine consisting of a drum on an axle, a friction brake or ratchet and pawl, and a crank handle or prime mover (often an electric or hydraulic motor), with or without gearing, to give increased mechanical advantage when hauling on a rope or cable. Wiktionary

Any of various forms of winch, in which a rope or cable is wound around a cylinder, used for lifting heavy weights. Wiktionary

Winch. Wiktionary (translation)