释义 |
Gin block
| a simple form of tackle block, having one wheel, over which a rope runs; - called also whip gin, rubbish pulley, and monkey wheel. |
See also: Gin gin block
gin block[′jin ‚bläk] (naval architecture) A block with a metal frame and a single large-diameter sheave, used to facilitate overhauling, and to hoist numerous packages, such as in cargo hoisting. gin blockA simple form of tackle block with a single wheel, over which a rope runs. |