wheelman

noun
UK: /ˈwiːlmən/
US: /ˈhwiːlmən/

  1. A driver, especially of a getaway car or a participant in illegal street racing.

    1. The wheelman waited with the engine running.
    2. He's a skilled wheelman, known for his precision driving during robberies.

  2. A person who steers a vehicle, especially a ship; a helmsman.

    1. The wheelman kept the ship steady.
    2. As the designated wheelman, she navigated the boat through the choppy waters.

Synonyms

driver helmsman pilot

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "wheelman" in English means: A driver, especially of a getaway car or a participant in illegal street racing., A person who steers a vehicle, especially a ship; a helmsman..

The phonetic transcription of "wheelman" is /ˈwiːlmən/ in British English and /ˈhwiːlmən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "wheelman": driver, helmsman, pilot.

Example usage of "wheelman": "The wheelman waited with the engine running.". More examples on the page.