Homophones for windlass, windless

windlass / windless [ˈwɪndləs]

windlass – n. & v. – n. – the wheel and axle, on a horizontal axis (thus distinguished from a capstan); consisting of a roller or beam, resting on supports, round which a rope or chain is wound; used for various purposes, especially on board ship for weighing the anchor or hauling upon a purchase, at the head of a mine-shaft for hoisting coal or other mineral, or for raising a bucket from a well; 2. a winch; 3. circuitous movement especially in hunting; v. – 1. decoy, ensnare; 2. hoist or haul with such a contrivance

windless – adj. – 1. out of breath; 2. not exposed to moving air