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 Definitions of ferris wheel  [ˈfɛr ɪs]  

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Definition of 'ferris wheel' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) Ferris wheel
an amusement ride consisting of a large upright wheel rotating on a fixed stand and having seats suspended freely from its rim that remain right side up as they revolve.

Etymology:  (1893, Amer.; after G. W. G. Ferris (1859–96), U.S. engineer)

Definition of 'ferris wheel' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) Ferris wheel
a vertical rotating mechanism consisting of a large wheel with suspended seats that remain upright as the wheel rotates; provides a ride at an amusement park

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