Sledge

n. [ Perhaps from sleds, pl. of sled, confused with sledge a hammer. See Sled, n. ] 1. 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. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. A hurdle on which, formerly, traitors were drawn to the place of execution. [ Eng. ] Sir W. Scott. [ 1913 Webster ]

3. A sleigh. [ Eng. ] [ 1913 Webster ]

4. A game at cards; -- called also old sledge, and all fours. [ 1913 Webster ]