The Clue
Early invention (5 letter answer)
The Answer
WHEEL
Tags
Notes
The answer WHEEL is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 750 puzzles.
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Definition
WHEEL as a noun:
1. 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)
2. (steering wheel, wheel) = a handwheel that is used for steering
3. forces that provide energy and direction; "the wheels of government began to turn"
4. a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel
5. (roulette wheel, wheel) = 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
6. (rack, wheel) = an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims
7. (bicycle, bike, wheel, cycle) = a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals
WHEEL as a verb:
1. (wheel, wheel around) = change directions as if revolving on a pivot; "They wheeled their horses around and left"
2. (wheel, wheel around) = wheel somebody or something
3. (wheel, roll) = move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle; "The President's convoy rolled past the crowds"
4. (bicycle, cycle, bike, pedal, wheel) = ride a bicycle