English dictionary

freewheel

/'fr/i/'/hw//i/l/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a clutch (as on the rear wheel of a bicycle) that allows wheels to turn freely (as in coasting)

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
A clutch fitted in the rear hub of a cycle, which engages the rear sprocket with the rear wheel when the pedals are rotated forwards, but permits the rear wheel to run on free from the rear sprocket when the pedals are stopped or rotated backwards. Freewheelcycles are usually fitted with hub brakes or rim brakes, operated by back pedaling.

noun

Source: webster1913

live unhurriedly, irresponsibly, or freely

verb.stative

Synonyms drift

Source: WordNet 3.0
coast in a vehicle using the freewheel

verb.motion

Source: WordNet 3.0
Of a freewheel cycle, to run on while the pedals are held still.

verb

Source: webster1913