cyclist

noun

cy·​clist ˈsī-k(ə-)ləst How to pronounce cyclist (audio)
: one who rides a cycle

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Rough streets can wear down cars and be dangerous for cyclists. Kate Talerico, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024 Despite the city's efforts to reduce speed limits, increase police presence and add lighting and visible signage along high-crash corridors — like NE 82nd Avenue — the agency is urging pedestrians, cyclists and drivers alike to use caution this season. Meira Gebel, Axios, 1 Nov. 2024 Finally, be aware that there are more specialized designs emerging and getting better each year–like these earbuds for swimmers, others for cyclists and skiers, and open-ear designs for those who want to stay more tuned in to their surroundings. Will Palmer, Outside Online, 30 Oct. 2024 Around 90 percent of vehicles on the road today come standard with AEB, but the new rule requires automakers to adopt a more robust version of the technology that can stop vehicles traveling at higher speeds and detect vulnerable road users, like cyclists and pedestrians, even at night. Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for cyclist 

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cyclist was in 1882

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“Cyclist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cyclist. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

cyclist

noun
cy·​clist ˈsī-k(ə-)ləst How to pronounce cyclist (audio)
ˈsik(-ə)-ləst
: a person who rides a bicycle or motorcycle

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