Travois

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006163",
  "term": "Travois",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A primitive transport device consisting of two long poles harnessed to an animal, typically a horse or dog, with a platform or netting suspended between them to carry loads. In forestry contexts, a travois could be adapted for moving small logs or equipment over rough terrain. This method predates wheeled vehicles for hauling.",
  "subject": "Forestry and timber",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Schleifen",
    "es": "travois",
    "fr": "travois"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/travois/"
}