Meaning & Definition of word "Cycling"

Cycling

/ˈsaɪk.lɪŋ/

noun:

  • 1. The sport or activity of riding a bicycle.
    • Example: Cycling is a popular way to stay fit and healthy.
  • 2. A sequence of events that recurs periodically.
    • Example: The cycling of the seasons is a beautiful aspect of nature.
  • 3. The action of going through a series of events or activities in a systematic order.
    • Example: The cycling of tasks in the project helped us maintain efficiency.

verb:

  • 1. The act of riding a bicycle.
    • Example: I enjoy cycling every weekend with my friends.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'cycle', referring to a bicycle.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cycle of life:

The natural progression of life events.

take a spin:

To go for a short ride, often on a bicycle.

in the fast lane:

Living a life of excitement or risk, often associated with cycling.

Related Words

bicycle:

A two-wheeled vehicle that a person rides by pushing on foot pedals.

cyclist:

A person who rides a bicycle.

biking:

The activity of riding a bicycle.

Slang Meanings of cycling

Meaning: Spinning

Example Sentence: I go spinning at the gym every Saturday.

Meaning: Two-wheeling

Example Sentence: He loves two-wheeling around the city on weekends.