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词汇 walking wheel
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Definition of walking wheel in English:

walking wheel

noun ˈwɔːkɪŋ ˌwiːl
  • 1An instrument consisting of a wheel with a handle by which it may be rolled along the ground to measure distances on foot; a measuring wheel.

  • 2A large vertical wheel which is turned by people or animals walking on the inner or outer rim, used as a source of mechanical power; a treadwheel. Compare "treadmill". Now historical.

Origin

Early 18th century. From walking + wheel.

Definition of walking wheel in US English:

walking wheel

nounˈwɔːkɪŋ ˌwiːl
  • 1An instrument consisting of a wheel with a handle by which it may be rolled along the ground to measure distances on foot; a measuring wheel.

  • 2A large vertical wheel which is turned by people or animals walking on the inner or outer rim, used as a source of mechanical power; a treadwheel. Compare "treadmill". Now historical.

Origin

Early 18th century. From walking + wheel.

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