handlebar

noun

han·​dle·​bar ˈhan-dᵊl-ˌbär 

: a straight or bent bar with a handle at each end

specifically : one used to steer a bicycle or similar vehicle

—usually used in plural

Examples of handlebar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

What’s even more remarkable – and came to light only after his death – is that during the war, Bartali joined the underground resistance, cycling across northern Italy to transport counterfeit identity documents, stuffed into the handlebars and seat posts of his bike. —Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2025

Wipe down every high-touch area such as the handlebars and screen. —Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Feb. 2025

There's no word on whether or not cheeky pics of the handlebar are on there too. —Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 3 Feb. 2025

With add-ons such as handlebars and nonslip grip mats for greater stability, this easy-to-use device can add variety to any fitness routine. —Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, CNN, 31 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1844, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing handlebar

• handlebar mustache

Rhymes for handlebar

• abattoir
• alcazar
• autocar
• avatar
• belshazzar
• caviar
• caviare
• cinnabar
• commissar
• condylar
• deodar
• isobar

Kids Definition

handlebar

noun

han·​dle·​bar ˈhan-dᵊl-ˌbär 

: a bar with a handle (as for steering a bicycle) at each end

—usually used in plural