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Definition of wheelbase

wheelbase

/ˈwiːlˌbeɪs/
wheel · base
Plural:wheelbases
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wheelbase Lexical Profile

wheelbase Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The horizontal distance between the centers of the front and rear wheels or axles of a road or rail vehicle.

Example

"A longer wheelbase generally provides a smoother ride and more interior legroom for passengers."

• Nearby Words

wheedle
wheel
wheelbarrow
wheelbase
wheelchair
wheeled
wheeler

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-19th century during the expansion of the railway industry, formed as a compound of 'wheel' and 'base'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wheelbase. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wheelbase
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