unweel

/ˈʌnwɪl/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause (a vehicle) to turn or turn sideways, especially unintentionally

“The car unweeled around the corner, narrowly avoiding a collision.”

2. verb

to cause (something, such as a wheel or a body) to turn or turn sideways

“The uneven surface unweeled the cart, making it difficult to push.”

3. noun

the act of causing (a vehicle) to turn or turn sideways

“The unweel of the car was so severe that it crashed into a tree.”

Synonyms

  • skid
  • skitter
  • swerve

Antonyms

  • align
  • straighten