FREEWHEEL
\fɹˈiːwiːl], \fɹˈiːwiːl], \f_ɹ_ˈiː_w_iː_l]\
Definitions of FREEWHEEL
- 2006 - WordNet 3.0
- 2010 - New Age Dictionary Database
- 1913 - Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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By Princeton University
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A clutch fitted in the rear hub of a cycle, which engages the rear sprocket with the rear wheel when the pedals are rotated forwards, but permits the rear wheel to run on free from the rear sprocket when the pedals are stopped or rotated backwards. Freewheelcycles are usually fitted with hub brakes or rim brakes, operated by back pedaling.
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Of a freewheel cycle, to run on while the pedals are held still.
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Of a person, to ride a cycle of this manner. To ride a freewheel cycle.
By Oddity Software
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A clutch fitted in the rear hub of a cycle, which engages the rear sprocket with the rear wheel when the pedals are rotated forwards, but permits the rear wheel to run on free from the rear sprocket when the pedals are stopped or rotated backwards. Freewheelcycles are usually fitted with hub brakes or rim brakes, operated by back pedaling.
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Of a freewheel cycle, to run on while the pedals are held still.
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Of a person, to ride a cycle of this manner. To ride a freewheel cycle.
By Noah Webster.
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