FERRIS WHEEL

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 I. (noun) 

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Meaning:

A vertical rotating mechanism consisting of a large wheel with suspended seats that remain upright as the wheel rotates; provides a ride at an amusement park

Classified under:

Nouns denoting man-made objects

Hypernyms ("Ferris wheel" is a kind of...):

ride (a mechanical device that you ride for amusement or excitement)

rotating mechanism (a mechanism that rotates)

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