sled

[ sled ]

noun

1. a small vehicle consisting of a platform mounted on runners for use in traveling over snow or ice.
2. a sledge.

verb (used without object)

, sled·ded, sled·ding.

1. to coast, ride, or be carried on a sled.

verb (used with object)

, sled·ded, sled·ding.

1. to convey by sled.

Other Words From

• sledlike adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of sled¹

1350–1400; Middle English sledde < Middle Dutch; akin to German Schlitten sled, sleigh; slide

Example Sentences

When Garfield speaks about joy, the memories that rise to the surface also offer a childlike vision of domestic bliss: visiting Disneyland with his family, playing basketball, sledding at Christmastime, his mother’s cooking.

From Los Angeles Times

And there’s no mistaking the discipline it takes to show up and pound the blocking sled every day when your team hasn’t won in more than 1½ months.

From Los Angeles Times

Mountain High has three mountains, an ice rink and Yeti’s Snowplay, which includes tubing and sledding for young ones.

From Los Angeles Times

Mountain High has three mountains for skiers and boarders, an ice rink for skaters and Yeti’s Snowplay, which includes tubing and sledding for young ones.

From Los Angeles Times

On the track, though, it’s been tough sledding.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• bobsled
• luge