Synonyms for

Wagon

Verb / ˈwægʌn / Another word for wagon — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a four-wheeled vehicle used for transporting goods or people, typically pulled by horses or oxen

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Informal

Literary

Antonyms

Common collocations

  • covered wagon
  • horse-drawn wagon
  • wagon wheel
  • wagon train
  • pull the wagon
  • on the wagon
  • wagon bed
  • wagon tongue

Word family

noun wagon
verb wagon

Usage note

While 'wagon' can refer to a modern vehicle, it most commonly refers to a horse-drawn cart used for transport or a child's toy. The phrase 'on the wagon' means abstaining from alcohol.

Example sentences

  1. The wagon was filled to the brim with fresh vegetables from the farm.
  2. We took a wagon ride through the countryside and enjoyed the scenery.
  3. The pioneers loaded their wagons with supplies for the long journey west.
  4. The wagon was pulled by a team of strong horses.
  5. The toy wagon was filled with building blocks and dolls.

Quotes

  • The wagon rests in winter, the sleigh in summer, the horse never.
  • The human race is a very, very magical race. We have a magic power of witches and wizards. We're here on this earth to unravel the mystery of this planet. The planet is asking for it.
  • You can't do a father's job with a mother's heart.

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