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Wheelhorse
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Meaning
Noun
●
In American English & Horses:
One of
a team
of
horses
which is
nearest
to the
wheels
of a
carriage
,
as opposed to
a
leader
or forward horse.
●
In American English & People:
A person who
labors
heavily
for a particular cause, without being
concerned
about recognition.
●
A foot-propelled
vehicle
; a bicycle.
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Origin
wheelhorse
English
horse
English
horse
Middle English (1100-1500)
wheel
English
whele
Middle English (1100-1500)
hweogol
Old English (ca. 450-1100)
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Etym
Synonyms
Wheeler
Wheel-Horse
Wheel Horse
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