freewheel (Meaning)
freewheel (n)
a clutch (as on the rear wheel of a bicycle) that allows wheels to turn freely (as in coasting)
freewheel (v)
live unhurriedly, irresponsibly, or freely
coast in a vehicle using the freewheel
freewheel (n.)
A clutch fitted in the rear hub of a cycle, which engages the rear sprocket with the rear wheel when the pedals are rotated forwards, but permits the rear wheel to run on free from the rear sprocket when the pedals are stopped or rotated backwards. Freewheelcycles are usually fitted with hub brakes or rim brakes, operated by back pedaling.
freewheel (v. i.)
Of a freewheel cycle, to run on while the pedals are held still.
Of a person, to ride a cycle of this manner. To ride a freewheel cycle.
To operate like a freewheel, so that one part moves freely over another which normally moves with it; -- said of a clutch.
Synonyms & Antonyms of freewheel
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freewheel Sentence Examples
- The bike was coasting downhill, freewheeling without any resistance.
- The engine was freewheeling as the car glided to a stop, conserving fuel.
- The hamster wheel turned quickly as the pet freewheeled for exercise.
- The spinner on the board game was freewheeling smoothly, anticipating a random outcome.
- The heavy machinery was freewheeling down the slope with increasing momentum.
- The rolling pin freewheeled across the dough, creating an even thickness.
- The car's transmission was damaged, causing the vehicle to freewheel erratically.
- The acrobats were freewheeling through the air, performing breathtaking stunts.
- The Ferris wheel was freewheeling slowly, offering panoramic views of the city.
- The skateboarder sped down the ramp freewheeling, relying on gravity and centrifugal force.
FAQs About the word freewheel
a clutch (as on the rear wheel of a bicycle) that allows wheels to turn freely (as in coasting), live unhurriedly, irresponsibly, or freely, coast in a vehicle
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The bike was coasting downhill, freewheeling without any resistance.
The engine was freewheeling as the car glided to a stop, conserving fuel.
The hamster wheel turned quickly as the pet freewheeled for exercise.
The spinner on the board game was freewheeling smoothly, anticipating a random outcome.
