Side-wheeler (Noun)
Meaning
A paddle steamer having a paddle wheel on each side.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The historic side-wheeler paddle steamer chugged along the river, its massive wheels turning in unison.
- The side-wheeler was a common sight on the Mississippi River during the 19th century, transporting goods and passengers.
- As the side-wheeler approached the dock, its paddle wheels slowed to a gentle stop, and the crew began to secure the vessel.
- The side-wheeler's paddle wheels were an impressive sight, with their massive wooden frames and intricate system of gears and levers.
- The restored side-wheeler paddle steamer was a popular tourist attraction, offering scenic cruises along the lake's shoreline.