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WHEEL

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 11 meanings of the word Wheel.

How to pronounce wheel:

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Wheel - as a noun

A handwheel that is used for steering

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
steering wheel

Forces that provide energy and direction

Example: "The wheels of government began to turn"

A circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
roulette wheel

An instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rack

Wheel - as a verb

Change directions as if revolving on a pivot

Example: "They wheeled their horses around and left"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wheel around
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
revolverotate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Wheel somebody or something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wheel around

Move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle

Example: "The president's convoy rolled past the crowds"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
roll
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
golocomotemovetravel
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Ride a bicycle

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bicyclebikecyclepedal
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ride
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The car's front wheel was damaged in the accident."
"She bought a new bicycle with a red wheel."
"The roulette wheel spun around as the players placed their bets."
"The captain steered the ship's wheel with precision."
"The hamster ran tirelessly on its exercise wheel."
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Word Game Points

Is WHEEL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, wheel is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WHEEL has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is WHEEL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, wheel is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WHEEL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is WHEEL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, wheel is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WHEEL has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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