Meaning of the word sleigh in English

What does sleigh mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sleigh

US /sleɪ/

UK /sleɪ/

a vehicle on runners, used for traveling over snow or ice, often pulled by horses or reindeer

Example:

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Santa Claus rides in a sleigh pulled by reindeer.

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The children enjoyed a ride on the horse-drawn sleigh.

Synonym:

sled sledge

to ride in or drive a sleigh

Example:

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We plan to sleigh through the snowy fields this winter.

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They used to sleigh down the hill every Christmas.

Synonym:

sled sledge