Freewheel Definition

freewheel
noun
  1. a clutch (as on the rear wheel of a bicycle) that allows wheels to turn freely (as in coasting)
verb
  1. live unhurriedly, irresponsibly, or freely; "My son drifted around for years in California before going to law school"
  2. coast in a vehicle using the freewheel

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