sled
word
/ˈsɫɛd/
sled
/slˈɛd/
sled
Definition
A sled is a small vehicle with no wheels, usually used for sliding over snow or ice, often pulled by people, animals, or gravity.
Usage & Nuances
Used mostly in winter or snowy contexts. Common phrases: 'go sledding', 'ride a sled'. Not to be confused with 'sledge', which can mean a heavier vehicle or hammer (mainly UK).
Spanish: trineoPortuguese (BR): trenóPortuguese (PT): trenóChinese (Simplified): 雪橇Chinese (Traditional): 雪橇Hindi: स्लेजArabic: زلاجةBengali: স্লেজ - স্লেডRussian: санкиJapanese: そりVietnamese: xe trượt tuyếtKorean: 썰매Turkish: kızakUrdu: برف گاڑیIndonesian: kereta luncur
Example Sentences
We built a wooden sled in the garage.
basic
Her dog likes to pull the sled through the snow.
basic
The kids rode their sled down the snowy hill.
basic
Let's grab the sled and go out—it's perfect snow for a ride!
natural
Last winter, my friends and I spent hours racing our sleds down the hill.
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My hands were freezing after carrying the metal sled back up the hill.
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