English Expression · Intermediate
wheel lathe
A lathe for the manufacture and resurfacing of the wheels for rail vehicles
Pronunciation: say wheel lathe
Meaning
A lathe for the manufacture and resurfacing of the wheels for rail vehicles.
Example
It features inspection roads and pits, a wheel lathe, wash-plant, and storage and office space for training and support functions.
It features inspection roads and pits, a wheel lathe, wash-plant, and storage and office space for training and support functions.
Practice tips
- Practice wheel lathe out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.