Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

wheel lock

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.20 in modern English

Syllables: wheel lock
IPA

21

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

1

Syllables

7

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A low security mechanism mounted on the frame that immobilizes the rear wheel of a bicycle by moving a steel bolt through the spokes to prevent motion.

Inflected Forms

wheel locks (plural)

Frequently Paired Words

frame lock

Synonyms

O-lock ring-lock

Questions

What does wheel lock mean?: A low security mechanism mounted on the frame that immobilizes the rear wheel of a bicycle by moving a steel bolt through the spokes to prevent motion.

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