sledge Definition
- 1a vehicle on runners, typically used for conveying goods or passengers over snow or ice, either pushed or pulled, or drawn by horses, dogs, or a motor vehicle
- 2a large hammer with a long handle and a heavy head, used for breaking up rocks, concrete, etc.
Using sledge: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sledge" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The children were pulling their sledges up the hill.
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We went for a ride on a sledge pulled by huskies.
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He used a sledge to break up the concrete.
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The workers used a sledge to drive the stakes into the ground.
sledge Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with sledge
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He used a sledge hammer to smash the wall.
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We went for a ride on a dog sledge through the snowy landscape.
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The children had a great time on their sledge ride down the hill.
Summary: sledge in Brief
A 'sledge' [slej] is a vehicle on runners used for transporting goods or passengers over snow or ice, drawn by animals or a motor vehicle. It can also refer to a large hammer used for breaking up rocks or concrete. Examples include 'The children were pulling their sledges up the hill.' and 'He used a sledge to break up the concrete.' Phrases include 'sledge hammer,' 'dog sledge,' and 'sledge ride.'
