wagon
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Noun — A four-wheeled vehicle used for carrying heavy loads, historically pulled by horses.
How to use wagon
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle Dutch "wagen", tracing back to a Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to carry" or "to transport" — the same root behind "way" and "weigh".
Full origin of wagon →Frequently asked questions
What does “wagon” mean?
The word “wagon” means a four-wheeled vehicle used for carrying heavy loads, historically pulled by horses. In plain terms, a cart or vehicle for hauling loads, often used historically or in the phrase "on the wagon" (abstaining from alcohol).
How do you pronounce “wagon”?
“Wagon” is pronounced WA-guhn (/ˈwæɡən/ in IPA).
How do you use “wagon” in a sentence?
Here is “wagon” used in a sentence: “Settlers crossed the plains in covered wagons.”
What part of speech is “wagon”?
Depending on how it is used, “wagon” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “wagon” come from?
The word “wagon” comes from Dutch. From Middle Dutch "wagen", tracing back to a Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to carry" or "to transport" — the same root behind "way" and "weigh".
Is “wagon” a common word?
“Wagon” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “wagon” have?
“Wagon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a four-wheeled vehicle used for carrying heavy loads, historically pulled by horses.
What is the difference between a wagon and a cart?
A wagon is a four-wheeled vehicle for carrying heavy loads, historically pulled by horses. A cart is usually smaller and typically has two wheels. The number of wheels and the load capacity are the main differences.
What is the difference between a wagon and a carriage?
A wagon is built to carry heavy goods and loads, while a carriage is designed to carry people in greater comfort. Both were traditionally horse-drawn, but their purposes differ.
Is a station wagon the same as a wagon?
A station wagon is a type of car with an extended rear cargo area, named by analogy with the load-carrying wagon. In everyday use wagon can be short for station wagon, though the original wagon is a horse-drawn load vehicle.