ratchet in Italian

ratchet in Italian is cricchetto, nottolino, arpionismo — ratchet means to increase or escalate something, usually in a series of small steps, especially so it can't easily go back down.

ratchet in Italian

cricchetto

noun

A pawl, click, or detent for holding or propelling a ratchet wheel, or ratch, etc.

nottolino

noun

A pawl, click, or detent for holding or propelling a ratchet wheel, or ratch, etc.

arpionismo

noun

A mechanism composed of a ratchet wheel, or ratch and pawl.

ruota a cricchetto

noun

A mechanism composed of a ratchet wheel, or ratch and pawl.

funzionare grazie ad un arpionismo

verb

(transitive) To cause (something) to become incremented or decremented.

munire di arpionismo

verb

(transitive) To cause (something) to become incremented or decremented.

What does "ratchet" mean?

verb To increase or escalate something, usually in a series of small steps, especially so it can't easily go back down.
"Tensions between the two countries continued to ratchet up."
noun A tool or mechanism with a gear that allows movement in only one direction.
"He tightened the bolt using a ratchet wrench."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

ratchet in a sentence

Tensions between the two countries continued to ratchet up.
He tightened the bolt using a ratchet wrench.

Common Italian translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "ratchet" in Italian?

"ratchet" in Italian is cricchetto, nottolino, arpionismo. ratchet means: To increase or escalate something, usually in a series of small steps, especially so it can't easily go back down.

How do you use "ratchet" in a sentence?

Example: "Tensions between the two countries continued to ratchet up." In Italian, "ratchet" is cricchetto, nottolino, arpionismo.

Are there other ways to say "ratchet" in Italian?

Yes — Italian has 6 translations listed for "ratchet": cricchetto, nottolino, arpionismo, ruota a cricchetto, funzionare grazie ad un arpionismo, munire di arpionismo.

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