wheels

1. n 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) n a handwheel that is used for steering n forces that provide energy and direction n a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel n 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 n an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims n a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals v change directions as if revolving on a pivot v wheel somebody or something v move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle v ride a bicycle Source: ecdict

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