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bobsled

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bob·sled  (bbsld)
n.
1. A long racing sled with a steering mechanism controlling the front runners.
2.
a. A long sled made of two shorter sleds joined in tandem.
b. Either of these two smaller sleds.
intr.v. bob·sled·ded, bob·sled·ding, bob·sleds
To ride or race in or as if in a bobsled.

[bob2 + sled.]

bobsled·der n.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.bobsledbobsled - formerly two short sleds coupled together
sled, sledge, sleigh - a vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs; for transportation over snow
2.bobsled - a long racing sled (for 2 or more people) with a steering mechanism
sled, sledge, sleigh - a vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs; for transportation over snow
Verb1.bobsled - ride a bobsled; "The boys bobbed down the hill screaming with pleasure"
athletics, sport - an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
sled, sleigh - ride (on) a sled

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