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