carousel
noun/ˌkærəˈsɛl/
Frequency rank: #10,465 most common English word
Meaning
a merry-go-round; a rotating machine with seats for riders, typically found at fairs or amusement parks.
Example sentence
The children laughed with joy as they rode the colorful carousel in the park.
Synonyms & related words
- merry-go-round
- ride
- roundabout
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