wheeler
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Burton Kendall, 1882–1975, U.S. political leader.
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Joseph, 1836–1906, U.S. Confederate officer and political leader.
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William Almon 1819–1887, vice president of the U.S. 1877–81.
noun
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Also called: wheel horse. a horse or other draught animal nearest the wheel
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(in combination) something equipped with a specified sort or number of wheels
a three-wheeler
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a person or thing that wheels
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John Archibald. 1911–2008, US physicist, noted for his work on nuclear fission and the development (1949–51) of the hydrogen bomb, also for his work on unified field theory
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Sir ( Robert Eric ) Mortimer . 1890–1976, Scottish archaeologist, who did much to increase public interest in archaeology. He is noted esp for his excavations at Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa in the Indus Valley and at Maiden Castle in Dorset
Etymology
Origin of wheeler
Example Sentences
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The release also failed to mention the group of nearly 20 drivers that joined the fleeing riders on motor bikes and four wheelers, captured by KTLA’s news helicopter during the chase.
From Los Angeles Times
With a long southern approach ramp for wheelers, it was designed to encourage more active travel in the area.
From BBC
Amazing video of rescue of trapped 18 wheeler driver, left hanging off the overhang from earlier today.
From Washington Times
Wear your wheeler status with pride, join your couple friends on a date this season, and leave that chair next to you open for new possibilities.
From Los Angeles Times
“You know me: I’m the guy that wants people to be able to drive four wheelers on the road. I’m a freedom guy,” he told the newspaper.
From Seattle Times
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