dolly

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈdɒli/

Definition

A small platform on wheels used for moving heavy objects or mounting a camera for smooth tracking shots.

Examples

• The movers placed the refrigerator onto a dolly to transport it easily to the truck.

• The cinematographer requested a dolly to capture the sweeping motion of the actors walking down the hall.

• We rented a heavy-duty dolly to help us relocate all the boxes to our new apartment.

Synonyms of dolly

Words with a similar meaning to dolly:

• cart
• trolley
• truck
• camera mount

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