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English to English noun
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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) |  | source: wordnet30
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a handwheel that is used for steering | | source: wordnet30
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forces that provide energy and direction | | Example: the wheels of government began to turn
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a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel | | source: wordnet30
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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 | | source: wordnet30
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an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims | | source: wordnet30
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a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals | | source: wordnet30
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A circular frame turning about an axis; a rotating disk, whether solid, or a frame composed of an outer rim, spokes or radii, and a central hub or nave, in which is inserted the axle, -- used for supporting and conveying vehicles, in machinery, and for various purposes; as, the wheel of a wagon, of a locomotive, of a mill, of a watch, etc. | | source: webster1913 verb
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change directions as if revolving on a pivot | | Example: They wheeled their horses around and left
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wheel somebody or something | | source: wordnet30
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move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle | | Example: The President's convoy rolled past the crowds
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ride a bicycle | | source: wordnet30
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To convey on wheels, or in a wheeled vehicle; as, to wheel a load of hay or wood. | | source: webster1913
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To turn on an axis, or as on an axis; to revolve; to more about; to rotate; to gyrate. | | source: webster1913
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