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wheelchair

Pronunciation: [ˈwiːl.tʃɛr]

Word

Learn how to use wheelchair in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “mobility”

(noun) a chair on wheels that helps people move around when they can't walk. It has wheels so it can roll, making it easier for someone who has trouble walking to get from one place to another.

Example

My grandmother uses a wheelchair to get around the park.

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He can't play soccer because he doesn't have a wheelchair.

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Why does she prefer her wheelchair over crutches?

Context: “accessibility”

(noun) a special vehicle or piece of equipment that makes it possible for someone with mobility problems to travel. This includes features like ramps so the wheelchair can fit inside.

Example

The bus has a ramp for people in wheelchairs.

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The old train station did not have facilities for wheelchairs.

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Are there enough accessible options for people in wheelchairs?

How to pronounce wheelchair

Pronunciation: [ˈwiːl.tʃɛr]

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