wheel

/wˈil/

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Noun
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)
Noun
a handwheel that is used for steering
Noun
forces that provide energy and direction; "the wheels of government began to turn"
Noun
a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel
Noun
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
Noun
an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims
Noun
a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals
Verb
change directions as if revolving on a pivot; "They wheeled their horses around and left"
Verb
wheel somebody or something
Verb
move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle; "The President''s convoy rolled past the crowds"
Verb
ride a bicycle
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