Bicycle — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈbī-si-kəl/ bi·cy·cle

Meaning & Definition of Bicycle

Bicycle (noun)

  1. a vehicle with two wheels tandem, handlebars for steering, a saddle seat, and pedals by which it is propelled; also, a stationary exercise machine that resembles such a vehicle

Bicycle (verb)

  1. to ride a bicycle
  2. to move (one's legs) as if pedaling a bicycle

Bicycle (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a two-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by the use of pedals and steered through the use of handlebars

    "the range of the boy's explorations vastly expanded when he acquired his first bicycle"

    similar: bike, cycle, push-bike (British), two-wheeler, velocipede (archaic)
    related: mountain bike, tandem bicycle, ten-speed

Related Entry: Tandem bicycle (noun)

Tandem bicycle is a different word from Bicycle. The synonyms below are for tandem bicycle, not for bicycle.

  1. as in mountain bike, ten-speed

    similar: mountain bike, ten-speed, bicycle, bike, cycle, push-bike (British), two-wheeler, velocipede (archaic)

Related Entry: Push-bike (noun)

Push-bike is a different word from Bicycle. The synonyms below are for push-bike, not for bicycle.

  1. a two-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by the use of pedals and steered through the use of handlebars

    "the vicar riding his sturdy push-bike used to be a common sight around the village"

    similar: bicycle, bike, cycle, two-wheeler, velocipede (archaic)
    related: mountain bike, tandem bicycle, ten-speed

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bicycle

The most common words with a similar meaning to Bicycle:

British: push-bike
Archaic: velocipede
bike, cycle, two-wheeler

Related Words for Bicycle

mountain bike, tandem bicycle, ten-speed

Word Forms of Bicycle

Inflections: bicycled, bicycling

Derived words: bicycler (noun), bicyclist (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Bicycle

French, from bi- + -cycle (as in tricycle)

First known use: 1868

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Bicycle

Words & Phrases Containing Bicycle

bicycle shorts, exercise bicycle, mountain bicycle, stationary bicycle, tandem bicycle

Frequently Asked Questions about Bicycle

What does "Bicycle" mean?

"Bicycle" means a vehicle with two wheels tandem, handlebars for steering, a saddle seat, and pedals by which it is propelled; also, a stationary exercise machine that resembles such a vehicle. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a vehicle with two wheels tandem, handlebars for steering, a saddle seat, and pedals by which it is propelled; also, a stationary exercise machine that resembles such a vehicle.

What is another word for "Bicycle"?

Other words for "Bicycle" include bike, cycle, push-bike, two-wheeler and velocipede. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bicycle" you intend.

How do you use "Bicycle" in a sentence?

Examples of "Bicycle" in a sentence: "the range of the boy's explorations vastly expanded when he acquired his first bicycle".

Is "Bicycle" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Bicycle" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Bicycle" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Bicycle" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Bicycle"?

"Bicycle" is pronounced /ˈbī-si-kəl/ and divided into syllables as bi·cy·cle.

What is the origin of the word "Bicycle"?

"Bicycle" comes from French, from bi- + -cycle (as in tricycle). First known use: 1868.

What is another word for "Bicycle" meaning "a two-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by the use of pedals and steered through the use of handlebars"?

When "Bicycle" (noun) means a two-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by the use of pedals and steered through the use of handlebars, synonyms include bike, cycle, push-bike, two-wheeler and velocipede.