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Definition of wheels - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun, plural
1.
vehicle partscircular objects that rotate to enable movement in vehicles
- The car's wheels spun on the icy road.
2.
- He just got new wheels for his birthday.
Images of wheels
circular objects that rotate to enable movement in vehicles 
car or other vehicle
Expressions with wheels
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possess wheels for movement or transportation
The new robot can have wheels for better mobility.
equipped with wheels for easy movement
The suitcase is on wheels for convenience.
wheels begin moving or rotating
The wheels turn as the car starts moving.
wheels rotated on a vehicle or machine
The wheels turned as the car moved forward.
evaluate the quality or condition of something
She kicked the wheels of the project to ensure it met standards.
car, especially in informal contexts
He finally got his own set of wheels.
cause a process to begin that will lead toward a result
The manager set the wheels in motion for the new program.
progress is currently being made in an ongoing process or matter
The wheels are turning on the new project now.
make a process run smoothly
He used his connections to grease the wheels of the project.
a situation started to fail or go wrong
Everything was fine until the wheels came off.
showing no progress despite effort or activity
The project was just spinning wheels and going nowhere.
make a process run smoothly
He used his connections to oil the wheels of the project.
make no progress despite effort
Despite working hard, he was just spinning his wheels.
the situation has become chaotic or out of control
After the third goal, the wheels are off for the team.
something failed after a period of success
The project was going well until the wheels fell off.
the situation has gone wrong or failed
After the third quarter, the wheels have fallen off the team.
forces or actions that keep improvement or development moving forward
Nothing can stop the wheels of progress now.
situation starts to fail or go wrong suddenly
After halftime, the wheels come off for the team.
giving extra help or making things easier for beginners
This course is with training wheels for new students.
person who is aggressive and difficult
He's known as hell on wheels when angry.
the situation has changed or progressed
After years of struggle, the wheels have turned for her.
complex situation with many interconnected elements
The investigation revealed wheels within wheels in the company's operations.
person who drives very fast and recklessly
He is a demon on wheels, always speeding through traffic.
processes involved in government decision-making
Understanding the wheels of government is crucial for policy change.
Origin of wheels
Old English, hweol (wheel)
Terms with wheels included in their meaning
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bicycle
vehicle with two wheels moved by pedals
automobile
vehicle with four wheels powered by an engine
transportation
motor vehicle with two wheels and an engine
wheeled movement
move on wheels or rollers
goods transport
vehicle with four wheels for carrying goods
skating
people who skate using shoes with wheels
child's toy
small platform with two wheels and a handle, propelled by foot
roller skate
shoe with wheels for ground gliding
sports
narrow board with wheels for riding
transportation
ride a small board with wheels to travel
motorcycle
motor vehicle with two wheels and a strong frame
transportation
pedal-powered or motorized vehicle with two or three wheels
mobility aid
chair with wheels for disabled or sick people
bicycle component
chain transferring pedal power to bicycle wheels
wheelie bin
large bin with wheels for easy movement
sports
type of roller skate with wheels in a line
manual vehicle
small platform with wheels pushed by foot
clothing
shoe with retractable wheels
shoe wheels
device to attach wheels to shoes
sports
boot with small wheels for skating
furniture
chair with wheels for easy movement
movement
move something or someone inside by rolling on wheels
literal movement
move something on wheels to another place
racing
small motor vehicle with four wheels for racing
Examples of wheels in a sentence
He replaced the wheels on his skateboard. Her new wheels turned heads at the car show. He spent the weekend polishing his wheels.
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- French:roue, bagnole, ...
- German:Räder, Auto, ...
- Italian:ruote, macchina, ...
- Spanish:ruedas, coche, ...
- Portuguese:rodas, carro, ...
- Chinese:车轮, 车, ...
- Japanese:車輪, 車, ...
- Arabic:عجلات, سَيَّارَة, ...
- Hebrew:גַלְגַּלִים, אוֹטוֹ, ...
- Russian:колёса, машина, ...
- Ukrainian:колеса, авто, ...
- Hindi:पहिए, गाड़ी, ...
Definition of wheel - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
transportationcircular object that rotates to move vehicles
- The car's wheel was stuck in the mud.
2.
steeringcircular object used to steer a vehicle or vessel
- He took the wheel and drove us home.
3.
foodround portion of cheese
- They served a wheel of cheddar at the party.
4.
fireworksRare circular firework that spins when litRare
- The wheel lit up the night sky.
5.
timeRare recurring or cyclical course of eventsRare
- The wheel of fortune turned in his favor.
6.
historyRare instrument of torture from medieval timesRare
- The wheel was a feared tool in history.
7.
pokerTECH. lowest straight in poker: ace-2-3-4-5TECH.
- She won the hand with a wheel.
Verb
1.
quick movementintr. change direction quickly or pivotintr.
- He wheeled around to face the noise.
2.
turning pathintr. move in a circular or curving courseintr.
- The gulls wheel above the harbor at dusk.
3.
transportationtr. convey in a wheeled vehicletr.
- They wheeled the injured player off the field.
Images of wheel
circular object that rotates to move vehicles 
circular object used to steer a vehicle or vessel 
round portion of cheese 
circular firework that spins when lit 
instrument of torture from medieval times
Expressions with wheel
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large amusement ride with rotating carriages
We rode the big wheel at the fair.
move something or someone inside by rolling on wheels
They will wheel in the patient now.
move something on wheels to another place
They wheel out the piano for the concert.
person who feels left out with a couple
I felt like a 3rd wheel at the movie.
in control of a vehicle
He was at the wheel when the accident happened.
in control of a vehicle while driving
She felt confident behind the wheel during the test.
something unnecessary or superfluous
I felt like a fifth wheel at the party.
circular cage for small rodents to exercise
The hamster ran tirelessly on its hamster wheel.
assume control of a situation
When the manager left, she had to take the wheel.
things have begun and may be hard to stop
Once the vote passed, the wheel is in motion.
turn quickly in a different direction
She wheeled around to face the noise.
turn quickly to face a different direction
She wheeled round when she heard her name.
engage in shrewd or opportunistic commercial activity
He loves to wheel and deal in the stock market.
person playing a small role in a system
She felt like a cog in the wheel at her job.
continue to work hard and with determination
She kept her shoulder to the wheel to finish the project.
do work that has already been done by others
He spent hours trying to reinvent the wheel instead of using existing resources.
a situation has returned to its original state
After years of changes, the wheel has come full circle.
the situation has changed significantly
After years of struggle, the wheel has turned for her.
progress or change is happening
In the project, the wheel is turning smoothly.
life continues despite challenges or changes
Even after the setback, the wheel keeps turning.
situations will change over time
Don't worry, the wheel will turn and things will improve.
unwanted person joining a couple
She didn't want to be a third wheel on their date.
turn around and move away quickly
She wheeled away from the argument and left the room.
large wheel spun in games to determine prizes or outcomes
She excitedly spun the wheel of fortune, hoping for a big win.
Origin of wheel
Old English, hweol (wheel)
Examples of wheel in a sentence
He admired the intricate design of the antique wheel. She gripped the wheel tightly during the storm. The captain turned the wheel sharply to avoid the iceberg. The artisan crafted a wheel of brie for the market. They displayed a large wheel of gouda in the window. The children watched in awe as the wheel spun.
A colorful wheel was the highlight of the fireworks display. The wheel of history keeps turning. They saw the wheel of life as ever-changing. Prisoners dreaded the sight of the wheel. Legends spoke of the wheel's cruelty. He was thrilled to hit a wheel on the river. The player revealed a wheel, surprising everyone. The cyclist wheeled his bike onto the pavement. She wheeled the chair to the window for sunlight. The hawks wheel over the cliffs all afternoon. She wheeled sharply toward the gate. The nurse wheeled the patient to the operating room. They wheeled the cart through the crowded market.
View all translations of wheel
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- French:roue, pivoter, ...
- German:Rad, sich drehen, ...
- Italian:ruota, voltarsi di scatto, ...
- Spanish:rueda, girar, ...
- Portuguese:roda, virar-se, ...
- Chinese:车轮, 转身, ...
- Japanese:車輪, くるりと向きを変える, ...
- Arabic:عَجَلَة, استدار, ...
- Hebrew:גַּלְגַּל, לְהִסְתּוֹבֵב, ...
- Russian:колесо, развернуться, ...
- Ukrainian:колесо, розвернутися, ...
- Hindi:पहिया, तेज़ी से मुड़ना, ...
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