cyclist — a person who rides a bicycle, especially as a sport or hobby
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who rides a bicycle, especially as a sport or hobby
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsaɪklɪst/
Example Sentences
- The cyclist forgot his helmet and had to ride with a watermelon on his head for safety.
- Every morning, the dedicated cyclist commutes to work on his mountain bike.
- The cyclist was so fast that even the speed cameras couldn't catch him!
cyclist
NOUN[/ˈsaɪklɪst/]
a person who rides a bicycle, especially as a sport or hobby
The cyclist speeds down the mountain trail at sunrise.
The stylist creates with scissors as the cyclist glides past!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Cyclist derives from the noun cycle, which originates from Greek kyklos meaning 'circle' or 'wheel'. The term cyclist emerged in the 19th century following the invention of the bicycle, denoting a person who rides a bicycle.
Breakdown
cycle (from Greek kyklos, 'wheel') + -ist (suffix denoting 'a person who practices or is concerned with')
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The cyclist forgot his helmet and had to ride with a watermelon on his head for safety.”
“Every morning, the dedicated cyclist commutes to work on his mountain bike.”
“The cyclist was so fast that even the speed cameras couldn't catch him!”
“She became a professional cyclist after years of training and competing.”
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