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bicycle
/ˈbaɪ.sɪ.kəl/
[/ˈbaɪ.sɪ.kəl/]
two-wheeled cycle
Beginnernoun
Definition
A vehicle with two wheels that you ride by pushing pedals with your feet.
Example
He rode his bicycle to school every day, weaving carefully through the morning traffic.
He rode his bicycle to school every day, weaving carefully through the morning traffic.
Etymology
From Greek 'bi' (two) and 'kyklos' (wheel), coined in the 19th century.
How & Where It’s Used
A common eco-friendly transport and form of exercise; often shortened to 'bike'.