wheel
/wiːl/Definitions
1. noun
a circular object with a rim or edge, used for rotating or turning, especially on a vehicle or machine.
“The car’s four wheels were screeching against the pavement as it took the corner too quickly.”
2. noun
a circular or oval component of a machine or device, used for rotating or turning.
“The wheel on the washing machine was jammed, preventing it from spinning properly.”
3. noun
a part of a machine or device that turns or rotates, such as the wheel of a clock or a gear.
“The clock’s wheel ticked away, marking the passing of time.”
4. verb
to turn or move in a circular motion, especially on a vehicle or machine.
“The bike wheel spun out of control as the rider lost balance.”
5. verb
to manage or control something by turning or rotating it.
“The engineer had to wheel the heavy machinery into position.”
6. verb
to transport or carry something, especially in a vehicle.
“She wheeled the groceries into the house, exhausted from shopping.”
7. interjection
an expression of excitement or celebration.
“The crowd wheeled in delight as the concert began.”