four-wheel

adjective

ˈfȯr-ˌ(h)wēl 

variants or four-wheeled

ˈfȯr-ˌ(h)wēld 

1

: having four wheels

2

: acting on or by means of four wheels of an automotive vehicle

four-wheel disc brakes

Examples of four-wheel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

An on-demand four-wheel drive system along with Ferrari’s ABS Evo controller and brake-by-wire system allow for precise braking and handling. — New Atlas, 16 July 2026

George may have traveled eastbound on Lake Hazel on a four-wheel mobility scooter, according to officials. — Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 15 July 2026

It's paired with a smooth 10-speed automatic transmission and delivers EPA estimates of about 16 mpg city and 20 mpg highway in four-wheel-drive form, depending on configuration. — Josh Max, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Easing military logistics Reportedly, the platform’s four-wheel setup supports a 1,500-pound (680 kg) payload and provides enough ground traction to tow disabled multi-ton military vehicles. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 8 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1740, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for four-wheel

• abele
• alkyl
• anneal
• appeal
• cartwheel
• conceal
• congeal
• coquille
• corneal
• cornmeal
• flywheel
• genteel

Kids Definition

four-wheel

adjective

ˌfōr-ˌhwēl, 

ˌfȯr-ˌwēl

variants or four-wheeled

ˈfōr-ˈhwē(ə)ld, 

ˈfȯr-, 

-ˈwē(ə)ld

1

: having four wheels

2

: acting on or by means of four wheels

a car with four-wheel drive