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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

whiffletree

/ˈhwɪflɪtriː/ noun · British & US
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What does whiffletree mean?

noun

A type of tree or a part of a carriage or vehicle, especially a horse-drawn carriage, consisting of a horizontal bar or beam to which the reins are attached.

Example

"The whiffletree of the old carriage was beautifully crafted with intricate carvings."

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