Definitions

1. noun

a wheel or block with a grooved rim, used to change the direction of force applied to it and so lift or move heavy weights

“The construction workers used a pulley system to lift the heavy beam into place.”

2. noun

a wheel or block with a grooved rim, used to change the direction of force applied to it and so transmit motion

“The bicycle’s chain and pulley system made it easy to pedal and maintain speed.”

3. verb

to move or lift something using a pulley

“The workers pulleyed the heavy crate up to the top floor.”