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Pronunciation: [sˈʌlkiz] (IPA)

Sulkies are a form of two-wheeled cart used in harness racing. Some synonyms for sulkies are carts, chariots, gigs, and conveyances. These vehicles typically have a single, lightweight seat for the driver and are pulled by a horse or other draft animal. In addition to harness racing, sulkies have been used for transportation in rural areas, particularly in the past. Although the word "sulky" may have negative connotations in everyday language, it is a necessary and beloved component of the sport of harness racing. Other terms used in harness racing include hobbles, furlongs, and whips.
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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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    Vehicles, carts, Horse-Drawn Carriages, Horse-Drawn Transportation, two-wheeled vehicles.

Usage examples for Sulkies

The third time the three Sulkies were abreast as they passed the line, the bell sounded once, and off they tore.
"Two Years in Oregon"
Wallis Nash
Three Sulkies came on the track, the driver sitting on a little tray just over his horse's tail, and between two tall, slender wheels.
"Two Years in Oregon"
Wallis Nash
There are various rigs, as they term them-buckboards, Sulkies and the humble bob-sleds-in use in that country, but the favorite one is the narrow, general-purpose wagon mounted on tall slender wheels, which will carry a moderate load though light enough to go reasonably fast.
"A Prairie Courtship"
Harold Bindloss

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