paddle wheeler

noun

: a steamer propelled by a paddle wheel

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For history buffs, a visit to The National WWII Museum offers a poignant glimpse into the past, while an evening cruise on a steamboat paddle wheeler provides a memorable way to end the day. — Shelby Stewart, Essence, 1 Apr. 2024 This 500-passenger Lake Tahoe paddle wheeler is the largest cruising vessel in South Lake Tahoe, offering both daytime and dinner cruises, as well as private charters. — By sunset, Sunset Magazine, 15 Sep. 2023 The itinerary is offered on four different 180-passenger ships, including the American Serenade (inaugurated in 2023) and the classic American Splendor paddle wheeler. — Stacey Zable, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2023 This impressive paddle wheeler takes guests on a two-hour tour down the river. — Megan Dubois, Chron, 13 Mar. 2023 See All Example Sentences for paddle wheeler

Word History

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of paddle wheeler was in 1876

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“Paddle wheeler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paddle%20wheeler. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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