English Explanatory Dictionary

Catherine wheel

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A breaking wheel, or wheel with spikes on it.
  2. A firework that rotates when lit.
  3. A cartwheel move.
  4. A rose window.

Word forms

Catherine wheel Catherine wheels Catharine wheel Catharine-wheel Catherine-wheel

Etymology

Saint Catherine of Alexandria was said to have been sentenced to execution on such a wheel, which shattered at her touch.

Derived words

Catherine wheel cookie
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