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sledge

The correct spelling is sledge.

How to pronounce sledge

/slɛdʒ/
noun

IPA: /slɛdʒ/

Say it like: Sle-j

The correct spelling is sledge. A heavy, long handled maul or hammer used to drive stakes, wedges, etc. For example: "The sledge ran far better upon the ice; I cannot say the same for the dogs."

Usage Examples

The sledge ran far better upon the ice; I cannot say the same for the dogs.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A heavy, long handled maul or hammer used to drive stakes, wedges, etc.
  2. 2.A low sled drawn by animals, typically on snow, ice or grass.
  3. 3.Any type of sled or sleigh.
  4. 4.A card game resembling all fours and seven-up; old sledge.

verb

  1. 1.To hit with a sledgehammer.
  2. 2.To drag or draw a sledge.
  3. 3.To ride, travel with or transport in a sledge.
  4. 4.To verbally insult or abuse an opponent in order to distract them (considered unsportsmanlike).

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