Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sledge

noun
/slɛdʒ/
Definition
A sledge is a vehicle of various sizes, typically equipped with runners, that is used for traveling over snow or ice.
Examples
  • The children had fun riding their sledge down the hill.
  • The workers used a sledge to transport heavy logs across the icy ground.
Meaning
It can refer to both a sled used for sliding down snowy hills and a larger sled used for hauling materials, especially in construction or transportation.
Synonyms
  • sled
  • sleigh
  • toboggan
  • cart