Meaning of the word freewheel in English

What does freewheel mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

freewheel

US /ˈfriː.wiːl/
UK /ˈfriː.wiːl/

Verb

1.

to ride a bicycle without pedaling, especially downhill

Example:
He loved to freewheel down the long, winding country roads.
The children laughed as they freewheeled down the hill.
2.

to act without concern for rules or restrictions; to behave in a carefree or irresponsible way

Example:
After the exams, they decided to freewheel for a few days and do whatever they wanted.
The company's new policy allows employees to freewheel on creative projects, leading to innovative results.