Cycle

/ˈsaɪ.kəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A series of events that are regularly repeated in the same order.

The life cycle of a butterfly includes four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.

A complete rotation or revolution, especially in reference to a repeating process.

The clock completes one cycle every hour.

A set of events that recur in a predictable pattern.

The economic cycle consists of fluctuations in economic activity over time.

verb

To move through a cycle or series of changes.

The water in the ecosystem cycles through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

To ride a bicycle.

She enjoys cycling in the park on weekends.

From Greek 'kyklos' meaning 'circle'.

vicious cycle

A sequence of events that maintains itself and leads to undesirable outcomes.

cycle of life

The natural series of events in living organisms from birth to death.

cycle through

To go through a series of states or options repeatedly.

bicycle

A vehicle with two wheels powered by pedaling.

unicycle

A one-wheeled vehicle powered by the rider.

tricycle

A three-wheeled vehicle, typically for children.

Cycle of friends

After high school, I moved away and got disconnected from my old cycle of friends.

On a cycle

She's been on a cycle of working late and sleeping in.