English Reference
noun

wheels

n.
US /ˈhwiɫz/ UK /wˈiːlz/ wheels

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate InformalSlang

    a casual word for a car or any vehicle with wheels.

    a metonymic term for an automobile or other wheeled vehicle. Plural in form but often refers to a single vehicle.

    Simple

    I finally saved enough money to buy my own wheels.

    In context

    He was incredibly proud of his new wheels, spending every Saturday morning polishing the chrome until it gleamed in the driveway.

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Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Common
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