wheel dog

noun

Meaning

(mushing) one of the dogs directly in front of the sled that take most of the force.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

lead dog(English)wheelhorse(English)leader(English)dogcart(English)dog cart(English)polehead(English)trace horse(English)drag-hound(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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