sleigh
0 antonyms and opposites of sleigh, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A vehicle on runners, usually pulled by an animal, for carrying people or goods over snow or ice.
How to use sleigh
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Dutch slee, ultimately from the same Germanic root as "sled" and "slide" — sleighs and sleds are close cousins.
Full origin of sleigh →Frequently asked questions
What does “sleigh” mean?
The word “sleigh” means a vehicle on runners, usually pulled by an animal, for carrying people or goods over snow or ice. In plain terms, a larger, often animal-drawn version of a sled, typically for carrying people rather than just for play.
How do you pronounce “sleigh”?
“Sleigh” is pronounced slay (/sleɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “sleigh” in a sentence?
Here is “sleigh” used in a sentence: “Santa's sleigh is pulled by eight reindeer in the classic story.”
What part of speech is “sleigh”?
Depending on how it is used, “sleigh” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “sleigh” come from?
The word “sleigh” comes from Germanic. From Dutch slee, ultimately from the same Germanic root as "sled" and "slide" — sleighs and sleds are close cousins.
How many meanings does “sleigh” have?
“Sleigh” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a vehicle on runners, usually pulled by an animal, for carrying people or goods over snow or ice.