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We used the word wheel in our vocabulary notebook sentence.
What does Wheel mean?
A round part that helps things roll.
Dictionary definition
A round part that turns so a bike, cart, or other object can move.
Example sentences
Wheel in a sentence
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In class reading, the paragraph used wheel to describe an object or material clearly.
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During discussion, students explained how wheel changes the meaning of a science or classroom instruction.
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Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.
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Practice 1
What does wheel mean?
The correct meaning is: A round part that helps things roll.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to wheel?
Roller is close in meaning to wheel in this context.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for wheel?
Stationary base contrasts with wheel in this dictionary entry.
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MeaningWheel means A round part that helps things roll.
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Synonyms
Words like Wheel
rollera round part that helps movement
circular parta round component in a larger object
Antonyms
Opposite words
stationary basea base that does not roll
fixed blocka solid shape that does not turn
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Hint for students
A round part that helps things roll.
Common mix-up
A wheel is not any circle. It is a round part that turns to help something move or work.
Try it in class or at home
Write one sentence that shows wheel without using the word wheel. Then underline clue words that show a round part that helps things roll. Example: In class reading, the paragraph used wheel to describe an object or material clearly. Clue words: class, reading, paragraph, used, describe Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show a round part that helps things roll?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "In class reading, the paragraph used wheel to describe an object or material clearly." Why does wheel fit better than stationary base?
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