bicycle

noun
UK: /ˈbaɪsɪkəl/
US: /ˈbaɪsɪkəl/

  1. A two-wheeled vehicle that you sit on and move by pushing pedals with your feet.

    1. I ride my bicycle to work every day because it's good exercise. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new bicycle has improved suspension for a smoother ride on rough roads. [ ] [ ]

  2. A vehicle with two wheels, powered by pedals, often used for recreation, exercise, or transportation.

    1. She got a new bicycle for her birthday, with a basket on the front. [ ] [ ]
    2. Maintaining your bicycle properly ensures a safer and more enjoyable riding experience. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

cycle bike wheel
bicycle intransitive-verb

  1. To ride a bicycle.

    1. I like to bicycle around the park in the summertime. [ ] [ ]
    2. They decided to bicycle to the beach instead of driving the car to save gas. [ ] [ ]

  2. To travel or exercise using a bicycle.

    1. He bicycles to work, reducing his carbon footprint and improving fitness. [ ] [ ]
    2. We plan to bicycle across Europe next summer, exploring different cultures and landscapes. [ ] [ ]
bicycle transitive-verb

  1. To transport something by bicycle.

    1. I often bicycle groceries home from the store. [ ] [ ]
    2. She bicycles packages for a local delivery service, offering an eco-friendly option. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "bicycle" in English means: A two-wheeled vehicle that you sit on and move by pushing pedals with your feet., A vehicle with two wheels, powered by pedals, often used for recreation, exercise, or transportation..

The phonetic transcription of "bicycle" is /ˈbaɪsɪkəl/ in British English and /ˈbaɪsɪkəl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "bicycle": cycle, bike, wheel.

Example usage of "bicycle": "I ride my bicycle to work every day because it's good exercise.". More examples on the page.