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carousel
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/kɐʁuˈsɛl/car·ros·sel
Definition
1An amusement park ride consisting of a rotating circular platform with seats, usually in the form of horses or other animals, where people, especially children, ride for fun.
Usage examples
“The children were fascinated by the colorful carousel at the fair.”
“The old carousel in the public park is a historical attraction.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
merry-go-round horsesride the carouselamusement park carouselfair with a carousel
Idiomatic expressions
- Carousel of life (metaphor for the ups and downs, twists and turns of existence).