WHEEL

WHEEL 1 syllable

B1 · Intermediate 📏 5 letters 🎲 Scrabble 11 ✅ valid word

Useful in everyday and work contexts.

noun
  1. 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)
  2. a handwheel that is used for steering
  3. forces that provide energy and direction
  4. a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel

💬 Examples

  • "the wheels of government began to turn"
  • "the wheel rotates horizontally and players bet on which slot the roulette ball will stop in"

🔗 Similar words

steering_wheelroulette_wheelrackbicyclebikecycle
verb
  1. change directions as if revolving on a pivot
  2. wheel somebody or something
  3. move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle
  4. ride a bicycle

💬 Examples

  • "They wheeled their horses around and left"
  • "The President's convoy rolled past the crowds"

🔗 Similar words

wheel_aroundrollbicyclecyclebikepedal
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