wheel meaning and definition

WHEEL noun

Definition of wheel (noun)

1. 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)
2. a handwheel that is used for steering
   • synonyms: steering wheel
3. forces that provide energy and direction
   • "the wheels of government began to turn"
4. a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel
5. 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: roulette wheel
6. an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims
   • synonyms: rack
7. a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals
   • synonyms: bicycle, bike, cycle

WHEEL verb

Definition of wheel (verb)

1. change directions as if revolving on a pivot
   • "They wheeled their horses around and left"
   • synonyms: wheel around
2. wheel somebody or something
   • synonyms: wheel around
3. move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle
   • "The President's convoy rolled past the crowds"
   • synonyms: roll
4. ride a bicycle
   • synonyms: bicycle, bike, cycle, pedal