moulinet

CIDE DICTIONARY

moulinet, n. [F. moulinet, orig., a little mill, dim. of moulin mill. See Mill.].

The drum upon which the rope is wound in a capstan, crane, or the like. [1913 Webster]
A machine formerly used for bending a crossbow by winding it up. [1913 Webster]
In sword and saber exercises, a circular swing of the weapon. [1913 Webster]