wheel — a circular object that revolves on an axle and is fixed below a vehicle or other object to enable it to move easily over the ground
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a circular object that revolves on an axle and is fixed below a vehicle or other object to enable it to move easily over the ground
Pronunciation (IPA): /wiːl/
Example Sentences
- My hamster loves running on his exercise wheel all night long.
- The pizza delivery guy's bike wheel got a flat tire right in front of my house.
- She wheeled her grandmother to the park in a wheelchair.
wheel
NOUN[/wiːl/]
a circular object that revolves on an axle and is fixed below a vehicle or other object to enable it to move easily over the ground
A mechanic spins the bicycle wheel to test its smooth rotation
A real wheel makes a real deal!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old English 'hweol', which evolved from the common ancestor language of the Germanic language family. This term has maintained its form virtually unchanged for thousands of years, reflecting one of humanity's most significant inventions.
Breakdown
Old English 'hweol' → Middle English 'wheel'. The word likely derives from a Proto-Germanic root related to turning or rotating motion, with the initial 'hw-' sound characteristic of Old English phonology.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My hamster loves running on his exercise wheel all night long.”
“The pizza delivery guy's bike wheel got a flat tire right in front of my house.”
“She wheeled her grandmother to the park in a wheelchair.”
“The wheel of the shopping cart kept squeaking loudly in the supermarket.”
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