three-wheeler

noun

three-wheel·​er ˈthrē-ˌ(h)wē-lər How to pronounce three-wheeler (audio)
: any of various vehicles having three wheels

Examples of three-wheeler in a Sentence

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The government has also imposed a ban on three-wheelers known as rickshaws and halted construction in certain areas to reduce the pollution levels. Reuters, NBC News, 4 Nov. 2024 But an even bigger story is how quickly EVs of all types, including cars, buses, and two- and three-wheelers, are gaining traction in emerging markets, accelerating green industrial growth, leading to cleaner air, and benefiting communities. Anthony Eggert, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024 Further out from the urban core, fat-tire e-bikes share space on trails with three-wheelers, retro-style cruisers, and slick roadies. Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 7 June 2024 Just ask for the hotel’s three-wheeler shuttle to escort you down to La Réserve à la Plage optimally situated on Pampelonne beach. Monica Mendal, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2024 In the world’s most populous country, two and three-wheelers are the main focus, outnumbering other means of transport, such as cars, by about four times. Michelle Toh, CNN, 22 Aug. 2023 Acknowledging a kinship of sorts, motorcyclists gave frequent thumbs-up to the Morgan, claiming the three-wheeler as one of their own. Robert Ross, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2024 There’s the Norton Commando 961, a throwback parallel-twin motorcycle; the Caterham Super Seven 600, which looks virtually unchanged since the 1950s; and the Morgan Super 3, a retro-futuristic three-wheeler. Charlie Thomas, Robb Report, 12 Jan. 2024 Built for a unique riding experience unlike any other trike, this three-wheeler features over 60 motion-activated, auto on/off multi-color LEDs that create a stunning light show. The View, ABC News, 13 Dec. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of three-wheeler was in 1886

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

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three-wheeler

noun
three-wheel·​er
ˈthrē-ˌhwē-lər,
-ˌwē-
: any of various vehicles having three wheels
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