Felloe (Noun)
Meaning
Rim (or part of the rim) into which spokes are inserted.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- A wheelwright carefully shaped the felloe to fit the spokes of the wooden wheel.
- The blacksmith had to repair the broken felloe on the horse-drawn carriage wheel.
- The craftsman cut and fitted several pieces of wood together to form a sturdy felloe.
- Restorers of the antique carriage worked tirelessly to replace the worn-out felloe.
- The wheelwright ensured that the felloe was strong enough to support the weight of the heavy load.