wheelbarrow

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noun

wheel·​bar·​row ˈ(h)wēl-ˌber-(ˌ)ō 

-ˌba-(ˌ)rō

: a small usually single-wheeled vehicle that is used for carrying small loads and is fitted with handles at the rear by which it can be pushed and guided

wheelbarrow

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verb

wheelbarrowed; wheelbarrowing; wheelbarrows

transitive verb

: to convey in a wheelbarrow

Examples of wheelbarrow in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The wheelbarrow for the red mulch and collection of bricks still sits outside. — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 19 June 2026

This wheelbarrow, which was tested and approved by BHG, stands out for its long handle. — Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2026

Verb

In just six episodes (early seasons were shorter), Widdicombe managed to run the gamut from successful watermelon binger to wheelbarrow tea brewer. — Matthew Jackson, Vulture, 12 June 2026

Flip wheelbarrows upside down, drill drainage holes in planters and tuck buckets and tools under cover. — Ryan Brennan april 30, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1721, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for wheelbarrow

• bolero
• bracero
• estero
• herero
• montero
• nonzero
• potrero
• primero
• prospero
• romero
• sombrero
• vaquero

Kids Definition

wheelbarrow

noun

wheel·​bar·​row

ˈhwē(ə)l-ˌbar-ō, 

ˈwē(ə)l-

: a small cart that has two handles and usually one wheel, is used for carrying small loads, and is usually pushed