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wheelchair

wheelc·hair

UK/ˈwiːlt͡ʃɛə(ɹ)/ US/ˈ(h)wilt͡ʃɛɹ/ fairly common

noun

1.

a movable chair mounted on large wheels; for invalids or those who cannot walk; frequently propelled by the occupant

Origin

From wheel + chair.

Phrases

  • wheelchair accessible
  • wheelchair basketball
  • wheelchair curling
  • wheelchair lift
  • wheelchair motocross
  • wheelchair racing
  • wheelchair ramp
  • wheelchair rugby

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