'Dollies' definitions:

Definition of 'Dollies'

From: GCIDE
  • Dolly \Dol"ly\, n.; pl. Dollies.
  • 1. (Mining) A contrivance, turning on a vertical axis by a handle or winch, and giving a circular motion to the ore to be washed; a stirrer. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. (Mach.) A tool with an indented head for shaping the head of a rivet. --Knight. [1913 Webster]
  • 3. In pile driving, a block interposed between the head of the pile and the ram of the driver. [1913 Webster]
  • 4. A small truck with a single wide roller used for moving heavy beams, columns, etc., in bridge building. [1913 Webster]
  • 5. A compact, narrow-gauge locomotive used for moving construction trains, switching, etc. [1913 Webster]