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trundle

verb/ˈtrʌnd(ə)l/

C1CEFR level
58/100Rarity: uncommon
NeutralRegister

To move slowly and heavily, especially on or as if on wheels.

The old tram trundled up the hill, groaning at every turn.

Similar: roll, lumber, rumble

Origin: From Old English 'trendel', a circle or wheel.

Topic: heavy movement in General English

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