Definition of sledge

• n. - A strong vehicle with low runners or low wheels; or one without wheels or runners, made of plank slightly turned up at one end, used for transporting loads upon the snow, ice, or bare ground; a sled.
• n. - A hurdle on which, formerly, traitors were drawn to the place of execution.
• n. - A sleigh.
• n. - A game at cards; -- called also old sledge, and all fours.
• v. i. & t. - To travel or convey in a sledge or sledges.
• v. t. - A large, heavy hammer, usually wielded with both hands; -- called also sledge hammer.