(n): a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point
(n): a handwheel that is used for steering
(n): control consisting of a wheel whose rim serves as the handle by which a part is operated
(n): forces that provide energy and direction
(n): a powerful effect or influence
(n): a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel
(n): steering mechanism for a vessel; a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered
(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): equipment or apparatus used in playing a game
(n): an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims
(n): an instrument of punishment designed and used to inflict torture on the condemned person
(n): a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals
(n): a vehicle that moves on wheels and usually has a container for transporting things or people
(v): change directions as if revolving on a pivot
(v): turn on or around an axis or a center
(v): wheel somebody or something
(v): move something or somebody around; usually over long distances
(v): move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle
(v): change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
(v): ride a bicycle
(v): be carried or travel on or in a vehicle
I like weirdnet's definition of the verb: "wheel somebody or something".
I helped myself onto the stretcher. I was wheeled through the double doors into a bathroom-green room.
- Peter Reading, C, 1984