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bicycle
The word evokes a sense of self-reliance and mechanical simplicity. It carries a nostalgic or eco-friendly connotation in modern urban settings, often associated with leisure, health, or a conscious rejection of motorized transport.
In a social context, it can range from a child's first milestone of independence to a professional athlete's tool for endurance. It differs from motorcycle in its lack of an engine, implying a direct physical connection between the rider's effort and the speed of travel.
The word is used to count individual physical units of the vehicle.
Meanings
Examples
Phrasal Verbs
bicycle around
to travel in various directions or explore an area using a bicycle
We spent the afternoon bicycling around the city to find the best cafe.
bicycle through
to travel from one side of a region or area to another using a bicycle
The tourists bicycled through the valley to reach the mountain village.
bicycle back
to return to a starting point or previous location using a bicycle
After reaching the summit, they bicycled back to the hotel.