| Sledge (sledge) |
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| n. | (sl j) |
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| Sledge |
| [Perhaps from
sleds, pl. of sled, confused with sledge a
hammer. See Sled, ] |
A strong vehicle with low runners or low wheels; or one without
wheels or runners, made of plank slightly turned up at one end, used
for transporting loads upon the snow, ice, or bare ground; a
sled.
A hurdle on which, formerly, traitors were
drawn to the place of execution.
A sleigh.
A game at cards; -- called also old
sledge, and all fours.
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| Sledge (sledge) |
|---|
| v. i. *** t. | (slj) |
|---|
| Sledge |
| [imp. & p. p. Sledged (sl&ebreve]jd);
p. pr. *** vb. n. Sledging.] |
To travel or
convey in a sledge or sledges.
|
A large, heavy hammer, usually wielded with both
hands; -- called also sledge hammer.
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