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Chain Wheel

Wheel turned by means of an endless chain; for winding mill or working striking gear etc. (can be used in reverse for sack hoist e.g. in Lincolnshire). See also Y-WHEEL. Also applied to a wheel in a hoist - either carrying sack chain or as a driving means.