1. plural of wheeler: horses or other animals positioned at the back of a team pulling a vehicle, closest to the wheels
Usage: historical; relating to horse-drawn vehicles
2. plural of wheeler: vehicles having a specified number of wheels
Usage: used in compounds like ‘four-wheelers’
3. plural of wheeler: people who deal in or work with wheeled vehicles
Usage: informal

Examples

• The wheelers pulled steadily while the lead horses guided the direction.
• In the old days, experienced wheelers were essential for heavy wagon loads.
• The lot was full of four-wheelers and motorcycles for sale.
• Several wheelers at the dealership offered competitive prices.
• The wheelers in the team were the strongest horses.
• Three-wheelers are popular in many developing countries.