SLEIGH | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word SLEIGH in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of SLEIGH with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Sleigh

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

early 17th century (originally a North American usage): from Dutch slee; related to sled

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: sleɪ
Dialects: British English
Definition:

a sledge drawn by horses or reindeer, especially one used for passengers.

Short Definition:

sledge drawn by horses or reindeer

Word: Sleigh

Speech Type: Verb

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: sleɪ
Dialects: British English
Definition:

ride on a sleigh

Short Definition:

ride on sleigh

Examples:
  • as children we sleighed on big drifts in the winter

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