Definition of bicycle - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
transportationtwo-wheeled vehicle propelled by pedals
- She rode her bicycle to the park every morning.
2.
pokerTECH. US best possible hand in lowball pokerTECH. US
- He won the game with a bicycle.
Verb
1.
transportationintr. ride a bike for travel or exerciseintr.
- She bicycles to work every day.
2.
televisiontr. Dated US physically ship a recorded program to another entitytr. Dated US
- They bicycled the tapes to the next station.
Images of bicycle

two-wheeled vehicle propelled by pedals
Expressions with bicycle
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easy to resume after a long time
Playing the piano after years felt like riding a bicycle.
equipment used for cycling
She packed her bicycle gear for the weekend trip.
protective gear for cyclists' heads
Always wear a bicycle helmet for safety.
structure for holding parked bicycles securely
The school installed a new bicycle parking rack.
path for bicycles, separate from other traffic
The city built a new bicycle path along the river.
handheld device for inflating bicycle tires
He used a bicycle pump to inflate the flat tire.
event organized for racing bicycles
The city hosted a bicycle race last weekend.
stationary structure for parking bicycles
He locked his bike at the bicycle rack.
part of a bicycle where the rider sits
She adjusted the bicycle seat for a more comfortable ride.
structure for parking and securing bicycles
He locked his bike to the bicycle stand at the park.
rubber covering on a bicycle wheel
He pumped air into the bicycle tire before his ride.
movement of bicycles on roads or paths
The city has increased lanes for bicycle traffic.
circular part of a bicycle enabling movement
He replaced the broken bicycle wheel.
bicycle with an electric motor for assistance
She commutes to work on her electric bicycle.
stationary bike used for indoor cycling workouts
She pedaled on the exercise bicycle while watching TV.
bicycle with sturdy frame, wide tires, made for off-road cycling
He rode his mountain bicycle down the rocky trail.
bicycle used in competitive cycling
She trained daily on her racing bicycle for the national championships.
rack attached to a vehicle for carrying bicycles
We mounted the bikes on the bicycle carrier.
exercise mimicking cycling motions while lying on back
She does a bicycle kick to strengthen her abs.
part of a road for bicycles only
The city added a new bicycle lane downtown.
exercise equipment with pedals and handlebars
She rides a stationary bicycle every morning for fitness.
recovering from a setback
After the injury, he is back on the bicycle and training hard.
metal or plastic device for holding pant legs while cycling
He wore a bicycle clip to keep his trouser leg out of the chain while cycling.
traveling long distances by bicycle for pleasure or adventure
They planned a bicycle touring trip across the country next summer.
Origin of bicycle
French, bi- (two) + cycle (circle)
Terms with bicycle included in their meaning
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bicycle
vehicle with two wheels moved by pedals
transportation
ride a bicycle or similar vehicle
transportation
person who rides a horse, bicycle, or motorcycle
sports
activity of sitting on and controlling a horse or bicycle
bicycle
the part you hold to steer a bike
rough terrains
bicycle suitable for rough terrains
cycling
move a bicycle by pushing its pedals
cycling
foot-operated lever on a bicycle
sports
related to riding a bicycle
riding
climb onto a horse or bicycle
sports
suitable for travel on a horse or bicycle
exercise or transport
riding a bicycle for exercise, fun, or getting somewhere
security
device used to secure a bicycle from theft
transport spot
designated area for bicycle parking
cycling
device for inflating bicycle tires
leisure
recreational activity involving riding a bicycle
cycling
journey or trip taken by bicycle
cycling
device to hold a bicycle upright
sports
the sport or activity of riding a bicycle
bicycle path
path for bicycles, separate from traffic
cycling
person who rides a bicycle regularly
transportation
bicycle with an electric motor for easier pedaling
fitness
device resembling a bicycle for home or gym use
fitness equipment
stationary bicycle used for indoor cycling workouts
Examples of bicycle in a sentence
The bicycle was parked outside the cafe. His bicycle hand was unbeatable. She held a bicycle and won the round. They decided to bicycle through the countryside. He bicycles around the park every weekend for exercise. The network bicycled the episode to affiliates.
They had to bicycle the film reels overnight.
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- French:vélo, pédaler, ...
- German:Fahrrad, radfahren, ...
- Italian:bicicletta, pedalare, ...
- Spanish:bici, ir en bicicleta, ...
- Portuguese:bike, pedalar, ...
- Chinese:自行车, 骑自行车, ...
- Japanese:自転車, 自転車で通う, ...
- Arabic:دراجة, رَكِبَ الدَّرَّاجَة, ...
- Hebrew:אוֹפַנַּיִם, לִרְכּוֹב, ...
- Russian:велосипед, ездить на велосипеде, ...
- Ukrainian:ровер, велосипедити, ...
- Hindi:साइकिल, साइकिल चलाना, ...

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