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Definition of rode - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
maritimeTECH. cable or chain attached to an anchor of a boatTECH.
- The sailor checked the rode to ensure it was secure..
- The rode was tangled after the storm.
- He inspected the rode for any signs of wear.
Images of rode

cable or chain attached to an anchor of a boat
Expressions with rode
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showing signs of being tired or worn out from rough use
He looked rode hard and put up wet after the long trip..
Origin of rode
Old English, ridan (to ride)
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roman cavalry
roman soldiers who rode horses
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- French:câble d'ancre, ...
- German:Ankerkette, ...
- Italian:cavo dell'ancora, ...
- Spanish:cable de ancla, ...
- Portuguese:cabo, ...
- Chinese:锚缆, ...
- Japanese:ロープ, ...
- Arabic:سِلسِلَة المِرسى, ...
- Hebrew:שַׁלְשֶׁלֶת עוֹגֶן, ...
- Russian:канат, ...
- Ukrainian:якірний ланцюг, ...
- Hindi:रोड, ...
Definition of ride - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
transportationtr./intr. sit on and control a horse or vehicletr./intr.
- She loves to ride her bicycle to school.
2.
being carriedintr. US travel as a passenger in a vehicleintr. US
- We decided to ride in the back of the truck.
3.
chauffeur servicetr. transport someone in a vehicletr.
- He offered to ride his friend to the airport.
4.
- He tends to ride his brother about his messy room.
5.
helpintr. rely or depend on somethingintr.
- His success rides on the outcome of this meeting.
6.
- She tried to ride the wave of popularity.
7.
clothingintr. US move up and crease on the bodyintr. US
- Her skirt began to ride up as she walked.
8.
- The novel described how the characters would ride each other.
9.
musicintr. TECH. play in a steady rhythmical styleintr. TECH.
- The drummer loves to ride the beat in jazz.
10.
sportsintr. TECH. US play defense in lacrosseintr. TECH. US
- He learned how to ride effectively during the game.
Noun
1.
transportationinstance of traveling on a horse or vehicle
- She enjoyed a ride through the countryside.
2.
amusement parkmachine at a fair for entertainment
- The roller coaster is my favorite ride.
3.
liftUS journey in a vehicle given to someoneUS
- Can you give me a ride home?
4.
- He just bought a new ride.
5.
- The concert was a real ride.
Images of ride

machine at a fair for entertainment
Expressions with ride
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travel on a vehicle or animal
They decided to ride on horseback through the countryside.
leave a place on a horse or vehicle
He decided to ride off into the sunset.
clothing moving upwards on the body
Her skirt kept riding up as she walked.
bumpy or uncomfortable journey in a vehicle
The old bus gave us a rough ride.
sit on and be carried on another person's back
The child loved to ride her father's back.
take pleasure in the experience
Sit back and enjoy the ride as we tour the city.
to stay in a safe place until a storm passes
The family chose to ride out the hurricane in a shelter.
move on water using a surfboard
He loves to ride the waves every morning.
give someone a lift in a vehicle
She took her friend for a ride to the mall.
give someone a lift in a vehicle
She offered to take him for a ride to the station.
pass allowing travel on a vehicle or ride
She bought a ticket to ride the train.
obtain transportation from someone else
I managed to catch a ride with my neighbor.
benefit received without effort or cost
He got a free ride to the concert.
receive something without paying or working for it
He got a free ride on his friend's project.
allow a situation to continue without interference
He decided to let it ride and see what happens.
system for parking and using public transport
Many commuters use the park and ride to avoid city traffic.
join someone on a journey for experience
She asked to ride along with the delivery driver.
wholeheartedly committed and supportive
She is my ride or die friend.
participate in an experience or journey
She chose to take the ride and see what happens.
allow a situation to continue without interference
He decided to let the argument ride for now.
benefit from another's influence or achievements
She rode on her friend's coat-tails to enter the industry.
intense or nerve-racking experience
The final match was a white-knuckle ride for the fans.
journey with many problems or challenges
Starting a new business can be a bumpy ride.
not actively participating but present
She was just along for the ride during the meeting.
Origin of ride
Old English, ridan (to ride)
Examples of ride in a sentence
They decided to ride scooters around the park. They chose to ride in the limousine to the event. He loves to ride in the passenger seat during road trips. She will ride her brother to school tomorrow. They decided to ride their guests to the hotel. She would often ride her son about his grades.
His boss rides him constantly about meeting deadlines. The plan rides on securing enough funding. Everything rode on her final presentation. He tried to ride the trend to boost sales. They attempted to ride the situation to their advantage. His pants ride up when he sits. The shirt tends to ride up at the back. They would often ride each other in secret. In the story, the lovers ride passionately. She can ride the groove like no other. The guitarist decided to ride the rhythm for the entire song. The coach emphasized the importance of learning to ride. During practice, she struggled to ride against the opposing team. The ride to the city was smooth and quick. He offered me a ride on his new motorcycle. The Ferris wheel is a classic ride at the fair. Children lined up for the new water ride. I need a ride to the airport tomorrow. She offered him a ride to the train station. Can you give me a ride to work? Her ride arrived outside the station. The road trip was a thrilling ride. Her first year at college was quite a ride.
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- French:monter, balade, ...
- German:reiten, Fahrt, ...
- Italian:cavalcare, passeggiata, ...
- Spanish:montar, paseo, ...
- Portuguese:andar, passeio, ...
- Chinese:骑, 骑行, ...
- Japanese:乗る, 乗馬, ...
- Arabic:رَكِبَ, جَوْلَة, ...
- Hebrew:לִרְכּוֹב, נְסִיעָה, ...
- Russian:ездить, поездка, ...
- Ukrainian:їздити, поїздка, ...
- Hindi:सवारी करना, सवारी, ...
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