01 n. A short sled, mostly used as one of a pair connected by a reach or coupling; also, the compound sled so formed.
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A short sled, mostly used as one of a pair connected by a reach or coupling; also, the compound sled so formed.[U. S.]“The long wagon body set on bobsleds.” — W. D. Howells.
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a long racing sled (for 2 or more people), having two pairs of runners, with the front pair connected to a steering mechanism. They are usually raced one at a time down a steeply sloping path or specially constructed chute, with sharp banked curves, and attain high speeds.
Syn.
bobsled.