What does "sledge" mean?

Sledge: A hurdle on which, formerly, traitors were drawn to the place of execution. [Eng.] Sir W. Scott.

Additional senses

  1. 2.A sleigh. [Eng.]
  2. 3.A game at cards; -- called also old sledge, and all fours.
  3. 4.To travel or convey in a sledge or sledges. Howitt.
  4. 5.A large, heavy hammer, usually wielded with both hands; -- called also sledge hammer. With his heavy sledge he can it beat. Spenser.

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