bobsled

/ˌbɑbˈslɛd/
/ˈbɒbslɛd/
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Other forms: bobsledding; bobsleds; bobsledded

Definitions of bobsled
  1. noun
    a long racing sled (for 2 or more people) with a steering mechanism
    synonyms: bob, bobsleigh
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    type of:
    sled, sledge, sleigh
    a vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs; for transportation over snow
  2. noun
    formerly two short sleds coupled together
    synonyms: bobsleigh
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    type of:
    sled, sledge, sleigh
    a vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs; for transportation over snow
  3. verb
    ride a bobsled
    synonyms: bob
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    type of:
    sled, sleigh
    ride (on) a sled
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