Crossword Genius

Kind of wheel for light carriage (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

fly

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'carriage' is the definition.
(I've seen this in other clues)

I cannot understand how the rest of the clue works.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for fly that I've seen before include "needs to get away" , "Knowing, insect" , "One invited into parlour" , "Fishing insect" , "Insect; go quickly" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Independent.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.