concept   ratchet

5 commonsense assertions
Cultures (5) mechanical engineering (1) France (1) youth culture (1) North America (1) popular music (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 ratchet mechanical engineering A ratchet is a tool used in mechanical engineering to tighten nuts and bolts with a continuous motion in one direction. 3
2 ratchet France The ratchet is a tool for unidirectional motion and nut tightening, commonly used in French culture. 2
3 ratchet youth culture Ratchet is a term used in youth culture to describe something wild or impressive, often used in hip-hop. 2
4 ratchet North America The slang term "ratchet" is used in North America to describe something or someone who is unreliable, untrustworthy, or low-quality. 1
5 ratchet popular music The term "ratchet" in popular music culture refers to a person's street credibility or toughness in hip hop and rap music. 1