motorcycle
noun
mo·tor·cy·cle
ˈmō-tər-ˌsī-kəl 
: an automotive vehicle with two in-line wheels
motorcycle
intransitive verb
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The movie is ambiguous about why Dylan offers to drive Rotolo to the festival on his motorcycle and then leaves her to tearfully witness his chemistry with Baez — whether there is lingering romantic interest there.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 26 Dec. 2024
Pyle has survived countless motorcycle accidents and a few plane crashes, one of which killed members of his band.
—Jim Clash, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
With the pedal to the floor, all four tires spin and bite, launching this vehicle into a traffic with aplomb usually reserved for a fast roadster or motorcycle.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
From breezy linen pants that are ideal for tropical vacations to leather motorcycle jackets perfect for a night out, there’s something for every kind of trip and traveler.
—Alexis Benveniste, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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Chris Willman, Variety, 26 Dec. 2024
Pyle has survived countless motorcycle accidents and a few plane crashes, one of which killed members of his band.
—Jim Clash, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
With the pedal to the floor, all four tires spin and bite, launching this vehicle into a traffic with aplomb usually reserved for a fast roadster or motorcycle.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
From breezy linen pants that are ideal for tropical vacations to leather motorcycle jackets perfect for a night out, there’s something for every kind of trip and traveler.
—Alexis Benveniste, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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“Motorcycle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/motorcycle. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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motorcycle
noun
mo·tor·cy·cle
ˈmōt-ər-ˌsī-kəl
: a motorized vehicle for one or two passengers that has two wheels
motorcycle
verb
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