Castor

usgb/ˈkæstər/
noun

A wheel on a swivel, attached under furniture to make it easier to move.

She pushed the cabinet across the room, thankful for its castors.
Visual representation of "castor" - A wheel on a swivel, attached under furniture to make it easier to move.

Often appears as...

  • castor wheel
  • furniture castor
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Mobility Enhancement

Used to describe wheels that help move heavy objects effortlessly.

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The bedside table's castors made redecorating the room a breeze.
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Furniture Specific

Most commonly associated with movable pieces of furniture or heavy appliances.

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I added castors to the bookshelf to make it easier to clean around it.
Visual representation of the word "Castor"

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