noun

A playful jump or skip
A frivolous, playful escapade or adventure

verb

To jump or skip playfully

Example

noun

1. The sailor carefully tied the capstan to secure the anchor.
2. The capstan helped to raise the heavy weight from the sea floor.
3. The old ship's capstan was a popular spot for tourists to take photos.

verb

1. The sailors began to capstan the anchor chain to hoist the anchor.
2. He had to capstan the winch to lift the car engine out of the vehicle.
3. We had to capstan the generator onto the deck of the boat.