WHEELCHAIR

wheelchair

(noun) a movable chair mounted on large wheels; for invalids or those who cannot walk; frequently propelled by the occupant

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

wheelchair (plural wheelchairs)

A chair mounted on large wheels for the transportation or use of a sick or disabled person.

(attributive) Designed for use by wheelchairbound people.

(by extension) Any device involving wheels designed to assist a non-human animal with locomotion.

Source: Wiktionary



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