Felloe
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfɛloʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Felloe is a noun meaning The rim of a wooden wheel, supported by the spokes.
Meaning
The rim of a wooden wheel, supported by the spokes.
More Meanings
- Any of the several curved segments that constitute the rim.
Example Sentences
Then came putting on the felloes and what we called riving [/ˈɹɪvɪŋ/] the wheel: this was hammering on the felloes. This was nothing to do with putting an iron tyre on the wheel: we sent it to the blacksmith for that but only after we'd put on the felloes to our satisfaction.
Word Forms
- felloes
Synonyms for felloe
Depending on context, synonyms include felly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include spoke, spole, wheelrim, footwheel, wheel, rimbellisher.
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