wheel

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)

Definition categories: man–made, machine

2. a handwheel that is used for steering

Definition categories: man–made, handwheel

3. forces that provide energy and direction

- the wheels of government began to turn

Definition categories: attribute, force

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

Definition categories: man–made, helm

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

Definition categories: man–made

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

Similar word(s): rack

Definition categories: man–made

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

Similar word(s): bicycle, bike, cycle

Definition categories: man–made

verb

1. change directions as if revolving on a pivot

- They wheeled their horses around and left

Definition categories: motion, revolve, rotate

2. wheel somebody or something

Definition categories: motion, transport

3. move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle

Similar word(s): roll

Definition categories: motion, go, locomote, move, travel

4. ride a bicycle

Similar word(s): bicycle, bike, cycle, pedal

Definition categories: motion, ride