Sled (noun)

1. A vehicle consisting of a flat bottom and two runners, used for sliding over snow or ice, typically pulled by horses, dogs, or people.
2. A platform with runners or wheels, used to move heavy loads, especially over snow or ice.

Origin:

From middle english sledde, from old english sled, meaning "a vehicle drawn on runners.".

Examples:

1. The children took turns riding on the sled down the hill.
2. The sled dogs pulled the sled through the snow-covered terrain.
3. The delivery company used a sled to transport packages in snowy conditions.
4. The workers used a sled to move the large rock from one site to another.
5. The sled was equipped with brakes to control its speed on the downhill.