Sheave


verb (used with object), sheaved, sheaving.
1.
to gather, collect, or bind into a sheaf or sheaves.
noun
1.
a pulley for hoisting or hauling, having a grooved rim for retaining a wire rope.
2.
a wheel with a grooved rim, for transmitting force to a cable or belt.
verb
1.
(transitive) to gather or bind into sheaves
noun
1.
a wheel with a grooved rim, esp one used as a pulley

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