WHEELHORSE

Etymology

Noun

wheelhorse (plural wheelhorses)

(US, dated) One of a team of horses which is nearest to the wheels of a carriage, as opposed to a leader or forward horse.

(US, figuratively) A person who labors heavily for a particular cause, without being concerned about recognition.

(obsolete or historical) A foot-propelled vehicle; a bicycle.

Synonyms

• (horse nearest to the wheels of a carriage): wheeler

Anagrams

• horsewheel

Source: Wiktionary



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