American English pronunciation

How to pronounce wheelchairs

IPA transcription: ['wil,tʃɛɹz]

Pronunciation variants: ['wil,tʃɛɹz][h'wil,tʃɛɹz]

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Noun

  • a movable chair mounted on large wheels; for invalids or those who cannot walk; frequently propelled by the occupant

Usage examples

  • Douglas Spector and the four other disabled plaintiffs use mobility scooters and wheelchairs.
  • This building has an elevator which is necessary for wheelchairs.
  • These special wheelchairs are designed to limit abnormal movements.
  • This building has an elevator which is necessary for wheelchairs.
  • Some of these "island" stops provide access for wheelchairs.
  • This building has an elevator which is necessary for wheelchairs.
  • This building has an elevator which is necessary for wheelchairs.
  • This building has an elevator which is necessary for wheelchairs.
  • These are essentially electric wheelchairs with an attached basket.
  • This building has an elevator which is necessary for wheelchairs.