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1. wheel
noun. ['ˈwiːl, ˈhwiːl'] a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines).
Synonyms
Etymology
- wheel (English)
- whele (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hweogol (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
2. wheel
verb. ['ˈwiːl, ˈhwiːl'] change directions as if revolving on a pivot.
Synonyms
Etymology
- wheel (English)
- whele (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hweogol (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
3. wheel
noun. ['ˈwiːl, ˈhwiːl'] a handwheel that is used for steering.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- wheel (English)
- whele (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hweogol (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
4. wheel
verb. ['ˈwiːl, ˈhwiːl'] wheel somebody or something.
Synonyms
Etymology
- wheel (English)
- whele (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hweogol (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
5. wheel
verb. ['ˈwiːl, ˈhwiːl'] move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle.
Etymology
- wheel (English)
- whele (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hweogol (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
6. wheel
verb. ['ˈwiːl, ˈhwiːl'] ride a bicycle.
Etymology
- wheel (English)
- whele (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hweogol (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
7. wheel
noun. ['ˈwiːl, ˈhwiːl'] an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- wheel (English)
- whele (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hweogol (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
8. wheel
noun. ['ˈwiːl, ˈhwiːl'] game equipment consisting of a wheel with slots that is used for gambling; the wheel rotates horizontally and players bet on which slot the roulette ball will stop in.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- wheel (English)
- whele (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hweogol (Old English (ca. 450-1100))