Ferris wheel

noun

Fer·​ris wheel ˈfer-əs- 

ˈfe-rəs-

: an amusement device consisting of a large upright power-driven wheel carrying seats that remain horizontal around its rim

Examples of Ferris wheel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

More amusement park thrills await at The Island, where the Ferris wheel offers panoramic views of the Smokies. —Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026

The Ferris wheel offers stunning views of the ocean and the coastline. —Sari Hitchins, Parents, 8 Mar. 2026

The Malibu oceanfront corner one-bedroom suites are standouts for their floor-to-ceiling windows and posh dining areas with stellar views of the beach and the nearby pier that lights up the night sky with its kaleidoscopic Ferris wheel. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026

Don’t miss the city’s oldest theme park, which boasts carnival games and thrilling rides like a carousel and a Ferris wheel. —Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

G. W. G. Ferris †1896 American engineer

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Ferris wheel

• afebrile
• bookmobile
• cochineal
• nonideal
• peroneal
• philomel
• popliteal
• snowmobile
• waterwheel
• abele
• alkyl
• anneal

Kids Definition

Ferris wheel

noun

Fer·​ris wheel ˈfer-əs- 

: an amusement ride consisting of a large vertical wheel that is driven by a motor and has seats around its rim

Etymology

named for G. W. G. Ferris 1859–1896 American engineer