moulinet
/muːlɪˈnɛt/noun
1 Weaponry. A portable apparatus incorporating a windlass, used for bending a crossbow. historical.
2A wheeling movement in a dance.
3A circular swing of a sword or sabre. Also (Fencing ).
Origin
Early 18th century (in an earlier sense). From French moulinet winch, capstan, type of movement in a dance, quick circular movement made with an épée or sabre, specifically senses of moulinet.