Synonyms for freewheel

Synonyms for (noun) freewheel

Synonyms: freewheel

Definition: a clutch (as on the rear wheel of a bicycle) that allows wheels to turn freely (as in coasting)

Similar words: clutch

Definition: a coupling that connects or disconnects driving and driven parts of a driving mechanism

Usage: this year's model has an improved clutch


Synonyms for (verb) freewheel

Synonyms: freewheel

Definition: coast in a vehicle using the freewheel

Similar words: coast

Definition: move effortlessly; by force of gravity


Synonyms: drift, freewheel

Definition: live unhurriedly, irresponsibly, or freely

Usage: My son drifted around for years in California before going to law school

Similar words: subsist, survive, live, exist

Definition: support oneself

Usage: he could barely exist on such a low wage; Can you live on $2000 a month in New York City?; Many people in the world have to subsist on $1 a day


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