Definition of "freewheel" [free•wheel]

• A power-transmission device that allows the drive shaft of a motor vehicle to continue turning when its speed is greater than that of the engine shaft. (noun)
• A clutch in the rear-wheel hub of a bicycle that permits the wheel to turn without pedal action, as in coasting. (noun)
• To continue turning or spinning after disengagement from the drive mechanism. (verb-intransitive)
• To live or move freely and sometimes aimlessly or irresponsibly. (verb-intransitive)
• To operate independently or free of restraints. (verb-intransitive)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

• "Yeah, concerts and movies could be fun and good, but to freewheel is totally another story."
• "I suggest "freewheel" which will make a nice set. "freewheel" has too many letters, of course, but I think "freewhee" will do just fine."
• "I think I know that BMW with the "freewheel" and in actuality, it's a coaster brake..."