Word
wheeling
Phoneticswheel·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈhwiɫɪŋ/
UK/wˈiːlɪŋ/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the act of moving something on wheels or turning in a circle. It often describes birds flying in circles or people moving heavy objects.
n. the act of moving on wheels or in a circular motion. Often describes the flight patterns of birds or the transport of goods via wheeled vehicles.
Examples
“The wheeling of the heavy carts made a loud noise.”
“The constant wheeling of gulls above the harbor signaled that the fishing boats were returning with their catch.”
“The rhythmic wheeling of the stars across the night sky has served as a primary navigation tool for sailors throughout human history.”
Examples
simple
“The wheeling of the heavy carts made a loud noise.”
contextual
“The constant wheeling of gulls above the harbor signaled that the fishing boats were returning with their catch.”
complex
“The rhythmic wheeling of the stars across the night sky has served as a primary navigation tool for sailors throughout human history.”
Usage
Often appears in the phrase 'wheeling and dealing' to describe complex or dishonest business schemes.
Real-World Examples
“The Department for Transport unveiled an active travel plan in June, for walking, wheeling and cycling routes and promising 10,000 safer crossings over the next five years.” “No 10: Full Confidence is not the only game based around Westminster's wheeling and dealing.” Word family
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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