# chariot

/ˈtʃɛɹiət/ (US) · /tʃˈæɹiət/ (UK) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/chariot
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

an ancient vehicle with two wheels that was pulled by horses. It was used in the past for racing and fighting in wars.

For teachers: a two-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle used in ancient warfare, racing, and processions. Often associated with classical antiquity and mythology.

## Examples

- The warrior drove his chariot into the center of the battle.
- Museum visitors can see a restored Roman chariot that was once used for high-speed races in the circus.
- In many ancient epics, the sun is depicted as a golden chariot pulled across the sky by divine horses, symbolizing the daily cycle of light and darkness.

## Usage notes

- Often appears in literary or historical contexts; frequently paired with verbs like 'drive', 'ride', or 'race'.

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