Parts of ratchets Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, March 23, 2016 · 45-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, March 23, 2016.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · March 23, 2016 · 45-Down · 5 letters
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a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward
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