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sleigh

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noun \ˈslā\

Definition of sleigh

  1. :  an open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice

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Origin and Etymology of sleigh

Dutch slee, alteration of slede; akin to Middle Dutch sledde sled

Other Vehicles Terms

brougham, hansom, litter, shay, skid, sledge, sulky, wain

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sleigh

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Definition of sleigh

  1. intransitive verb

  2. :  to drive or travel in a sleigh

First Known Use of sleigh

circa 1729

Other Vehicles Terms

brougham, hansom, litter, shay, skid, sledge, sulky, wain

SLEIGH Defined for English Language Learners

sleigh

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Definition of sleigh for English Language Learners

  • : a large, open vehicle that is usually pulled by a horse over snow or ice

SLEIGH Defined for Kids

sleigh

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noun \ˈslā\

Definition of sleigh for Students

  1. :  an open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice

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  1. See words that rhyme with sleigh Spanish Central: Translation of sleigh Nglish: Translation of sleigh for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about sleigh

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