Dictionary definition · wheel
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)
- a handwheel that is used for steering
- forces that provide energy and direction"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
- an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims
- 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"
- wheel somebody or something
- move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle"The President's convoy rolled past the crowds"
- ride a bicycle
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).