Synonyms for

Wagons

Noun / ˈwægʌnz / Another word for wagons — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Wagons are vehicles with four wheels that are used for carrying heavy loads.

Synonyms & similar words

dipper waggon wagon plough wain carts trucks carriages buggies sleds trailers lorries wains trolleys drays chariots stagecoaches hackneys hansoms gigs phaetons landaus omnibuses ambulances pantechnicons

Synonyms by register

Formal

carriages vehicles carts

Informal

rides wheels

Literary

chariots wagons

Antonyms

cars automobiles sedans trucks vans SUVs

Common collocations

  • covered wagon
  • horse-drawn wagon
  • wagon wheel
  • wagon train
  • covered wagons
  • wagon bed
  • wagon tongue

Word family

noun wagon
verb wag
adjective wagging

Usage note

While 'wagon' can refer to a modern vehicle, it most commonly evokes images of historical horse-drawn carts. Use 'car' or 'automobile' for contemporary vehicles.

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Example sentences

  1. The pioneers traveled west in covered wagons.
  2. The farmer used a wagon to transport his crops.
  3. The circus had a colorful wagon parade.
  4. The delivery company used wagons to transport packages.
  5. The wagon was pulled by two strong horses.

Quotes

  • "There was a lot of coming and going, and all the wagons and horses were tied to trees." - Laura Ingalls Wilder
  • "You can't ride to the fair in one of those wagons, can you?" - L. Frank Baum
  • "It's easier to pull a wagon than to push it uphill." - Unknown

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