wheel (n.)

  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

    [ Syn: steering wheel ]

  3. forces that provide energy and direction; the wheels of government began to turn'

  4. a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel

  5. 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

    [ Syn: roulette wheel ]

  6. an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims

    [ Syn: rack ]

  7. a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals

    [ Syn: bicycle , bike , cycle ]

    wheel (v.)

  1. change directions as if revolving on a pivot; They wheeled their horses around and left

    [ Syn: wheel around ]

  2. wheel somebody or something

    [ Syn: wheel around ]

  3. move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle; The Presidents convoy rolled past the crowds

    [ Syn: roll ]

  4. ride a bicycle

    [ Syn: bicycle , cycle , bike , pedal ]

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