sled
0 antonyms and opposites of sled, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A small, light vehicle on runners, used for sliding down snowy hills for fun, usually by children.
How to use sled
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle Dutch sledde, going back to a Germanic root shared with "sleigh" and "slide" — all describing something that moves by gliding rather than rolling.
Full origin of sled →Frequently asked questions
What does “sled” mean?
The word “sled” means a small, light vehicle on runners, used for sliding down snowy hills for fun, usually by children. In plain terms, a runner-based vehicle for gliding over snow, either for play or for hauling a load.
How do you pronounce “sled”?
“Sled” is pronounced SLEHD (/ˈslɛd/ in IPA).
How do you use “sled” in a sentence?
Here is “sled” used in a sentence: “The kids dragged their sled up the hill for one more run before dark.”
What part of speech is “sled”?
Depending on how it is used, “sled” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “sled” come from?
The word “sled” comes from Germanic. From Middle Dutch sledde, going back to a Germanic root shared with "sleigh" and "slide" — all describing something that moves by gliding rather than rolling.
Is “sled” a common word?
“Sled” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sled” have?
“Sled” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small, light vehicle on runners, used for sliding down snowy hills for fun, usually by children.