English Dictionary (Humor) beta

taxicab A yellow vehicle with four wheels that charges you an arm and a leg to get you from point A to point B.  ■ "I just can't believe I had to pay $50 for a 10-minute ride in a taxicab. It's like highway robbery on wheels!"

Auto An ancient type of vehicle with two wheels, propelled by an internal combustion engine.  ■ "I can't believe you still drive an auto. It's so old-fashioned!"

cab A vehicle with a roof and four wheels, used for transportation by passengers.  ■ "I forgot my umbrella at home, but I luckily flagged down a cab to take me to the airport."

Components The parts that make up a whole, or the building blocks of something.  ■ The components of a car include the engine, transmission, and wheels. Without any one of these components, the car won't run!

fenders A device used to protect the wheels and fenders of a car from damage by debris, water, or other hazards on the road.  ■ John's car lost its fenders in the pothole on Main Street.

limos A type of vehicle used for transportation, typically with a long body and four wheels.  ■ "I'm going to buy myself a shiny new limo!"

mini A person or thing that is very small, especially in comparison to something else.  ■ "That miniature car can fit in my pocket! What's next - a miniature house on wheels?"

motorcycles Large, four-legged, gasoline-powered vehicles with two wheels and a driver.  ■ "Why did the motorcycle go to therapy? It had too many gears."

skate An extremely long, thin, flat piece of wood or plastic with metal wheels at each end, used for sliding across a smooth surface.  ■ "I can't believe I forgot my skateboard at home today."

Skateboard A piece of wood or plastic with wheels attached that is used to glide across the ground while standing on it.  ■ "I may have been born in 1980, but I still know how to skateboard like a boss!

skateboards A collection of small, flat pieces of wood or plastic with wheels on the bottom, used for skating.  ■ "I need a new skateboard for my birthday. My current one is so old and creaky!"

slider A device used for sliding things across a surface, typically on wheels or rails.  ■ "I need to slide the table across the floor, but I can't find any sliders."

Spoke A long, thin, lightweight metal or wooden bar that forms part of a wheel's rim and supports its weight.  ■ "I got a flat tire because one of the spokes on my wheel broke off."

Spokes The thin strips on the wheels of a bike that make it look cool.  ■ "I need to buy new spokes for my bike, the ones I have are looking pretty rusty."

Tires Noun: A rubberized covering on the wheels of a vehicle, designed to provide traction and cushioning.  ■ "I didn't know tires could make that much noise! I think my car is trying to tell me something."

Wagons A large, horse-drawn carriage with four wheels.  ■ The family's wagons were filled to the brim with their belongings as they set off on their journey across the country.

Wheeler A person who loves to spin wheels, especially bicycle or motorcycle tires.  ■ John is such a wheeler that he can make his bike tire spin so fast it turns into a blur!

automobile A large, gas-powered contraption that is used by humans to travel at high speeds on paved roads.  ■ I don't understand why people spend so much money on fancy cars when they can just use public transportation. It's like driving a giant egg on wheels!

Barges A large, clumsy vehicle with a flatbed and wheels, typically used for transporting heavy goods.  ■ When the construction crew arrived on site, they were surprised to find that their usual barge had been replaced with a much smaller, less stable one. As a result, they had to constantly steady themselves as they unloaded the heavy materials from the vehicle.

Bikes A type of transportation consisting of two wheels connected by a frame, designed for one or more riders to sit on and pedal. However, these bikes are not meant for anyone who has ever eaten a donut before, as they are too big for their stomachs.  ■ I love bikes! They're the perfect way to get around and explore new cities. Plus, I can burn off all those calories from that big donut I ate earlier.

Carriages A large, slow-moving vehicle with four wheels and horses or mules pulling it. It was used by the wealthy in the 18th and 19th centuries.  ■ "I can't believe I had to ride in a carriage with my parents for five hours just to get to the mall."

chugging The act of making a slow, rhythmic movement while pushing something along or pulling oneself forward. Often associated with the sound of a train's wheels chugging on the rails.  ■ John was chugging along on his bike when he suddenly hit a bump and went flying off into a ditch.

gradually Adverb describing the gradual progression of something, often in a humorous manner.  ■ "John gradually developed an unhealthy obsession with cheese. At first he just enjoyed the occasional slice, but soon he was eating entire wheels of brie every day. It wasn't long before his friends started calling him 'Brie-boy'.

gurney A large, flat bed or cart with wheels, used for transporting patients or the sick and injured.  ■ "The hospital staff wheeled the gurney into the operating room, where the patient was to undergo surgery."; "To move someone or something quickly from one place to another, often with a sense of urgency or haste.  ■ "The gurney-like bus quickly sped through the city streets, transporting tourists to their next destination."

motorbike A vehicle that runs on two wheels and is propelled by a motor. It can be used for transportation or sport.  ■ I bought my first motorbike when I was 16. It's so much fun to ride around the city and show off my sweet ride!

overall A word that means "everything" or "the whole thing". It is often used to describe a situation, but can also be used to refer to physical objects.  ■ "The overall performance of the team was mediocre.", "I bought the whole car, including the wheels and all."

revolving A device or mechanism that rotates on a fixed axis, often used to propel vehicles.  ■ "The car's wheels were revolving around the tire tracks.", Something or someone that is constantly changing or rotating, often in a circular motion.  ■ "The stock market is always revolving with new trends and investments.", A state of being or feeling that is constantly changing, often in a cyclical manner.  ■ "The weather was always revolving between hot and cold during the summer."

rickshaw A vehicle drawn by one person and consisting of a platform with two wheels at each end.  ■ He hopped onto the rickshaw and asked the driver to take him to the nearest mall, but when they arrived, he realized he forgot his wallet.

Roller A device with a ball on two wheels that can be pushed or pulled along by a person, used for transportation.  ■ "She rode her roller down the hill, but didn't quite make it to the bottom without spilling off."

Rollers A device with metal wheels that is used to transport people or goods along a track, usually on rails.  ■ The rollers were so fast that they almost ran over the little girl who was trying to cross the street.

tractor A large, powerful vehicle with a heavy front end and two large wheels, used for pulling heavy loads or moving dirt.  ■ "I need to buy a new tractor," said John. "My current one is so old and slow, it's like trying to move a rock with a toothpick."

train A long, narrow vehicle with wheels, pulled by one or more engines, used for the transportation of passengers and goods over land.  ■ The train arrived on time but the passengers were delayed by a mechanical failure. To cause someone or something to become very angry or upset.  ■ "You're going to have to train your dog not to jump on the couch!" - said in a serious tone, but immediately followed by: "Oh my god, you just trained your dog to jump on the couch!"

vehicles Large metal boxes with four wheels that transport people and things from one place to another. They come in many different shapes and sizes, but they all have one thing in common: they're a pain to park.  ■ "I hate driving in the city because there are always so many vehicles on the road."