Definitions:

1. A circular, often rubber-coated metal component that fits around the wheel of a wagon to facilitate its motion, designed to bear the load of the wagon, reduce shock from uneven ground, and provide traction to prevent slipping. NOUN
   • The wagon wheels creaked and groaned as they turned, their wagon tires bearing the weight of countless journeys.
2. Refers to the metal band or rim that encircles the wooden wheels of a traditional horse-drawn wagon. NOUN
   • The blacksmith carefully placed the heated wagon tire onto the wooden wheel to ensure a snug fit as it cooled.