Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wheelwright
Noun
/ˈwiːlraɪt/
Definition
A wheelwright is a craftsman who makes and repairs wheels, particularly for vehicles such as wagons and carts.
Examples
- The wheelwright skillfully crafted the wooden wheels, ensuring they would last for years.
- In the olden days, every village had a wheelwright to maintain their horse-drawn carts.
- The wheelwright checked the balance of each wheel before fitting it onto the carriage.
Meaning
It refers to an individual skilled in the creation and maintenance of wooden wheels.
Synonyms
- cartwright
- wheelmaker
- collaborator
