Sled Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations
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sled
[slɛd ]
Definition
winter
A vehicle typically used on snow or ice, consisting of a short runner or runners on which it slides.
Synonyms
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sled |
Typically used for describing a small, simple vehicle used for sliding over snow or ice, often by children or for recreational purposes.
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sleigh |
Typically refers to a larger, often ornate vehicle pulled by animals, such as horses or reindeer. Often associated with traditional or festive contexts, like Christmas.
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toboggan |
A long, flat-bottomed sled without runners, typically used for recreational sliding down snowy hills. Often associated with winter sports.
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sledge |
Often refers to a larger, more robust vehicle, usually without runners, used for transporting goods over snow and ice. In British English, 'sledge' can also mean a small recreational sled.
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Examples of usage
- They went down the hill on a sled.
- Children enjoy riding a sled in the snow.
Translations
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Origin of 'sled'
The word 'sled' originated from Middle Dutch 'sleet' or Middle Low German 'slēde'. It has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to a vehicle for sliding on snow or ice.
See also: sleds.