Bicycle

/ˈbaɪsɪkəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A vehicle composed of two wheels held in a frame one behind the other, propelled by pedals and steered with handlebars.
She rode her bicycle to the park every morning.
An early form of a pedal vehicle, known as a velocipede.
The museum had an exhibit featuring antique bicycles from the 19th century.
verb
To ride a bicycle.
We decided to bicycle through the countryside during our vacation.

Etymology

The word 'bicycle' comes from the prefix 'bi-' meaning two, and 'cycle' meaning wheel.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bike ride
An act of riding a bicycle.
bicycle lane
A lane designated for bicycles on roads.
biked to work
Traveling to work using a bicycle.

Related Words

cyclist
A person who rides a bicycle.
bicycling
The activity of riding a bicycle.
bike shop
A store that sells bicycles and bicycle accessories.

Slang Meanings

Fixie
He rides a fixie, which has a single gear and no freewheel.
Two-wheeler
I bought a new two-wheeler for my weekend rides.