Biking: meaning, definitions and examples

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biking

 

[ ˈbaɪkɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

outdoor

The activity of riding a bicycle, typically for pleasure or exercise.

Synonyms

bicycling, cycling, riding a bike.

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Word Description / Examples
biking

This term is often used informally to refer to the activity of riding a bicycle, usually for leisure or exercise.

  • We spent the afternoon biking through the countryside.
  • Biking is my favorite way to explore the city.
cycling

This term is used both formally and informally, and can refer to both professional and recreational activities involving riding bicycles. It is also often associated with endurance and sport.

  • Professional cycling has several prestigious competitions, such as the Tour de France.
  • Cycling to work helps reduce pollution and traffic congestion.
bicycling

This is a more formal term, often used in official communication and written texts. It focuses specifically on riding a bicycle.

  • Bicycling is a great way to stay fit and healthy.
  • The city has developed new lanes to encourage safe bicycling.
riding a bike

This phrase is commonly used in casual conversation and emphasizes the action of being on a bike rather than the activity as a whole.

  • I learned to ride a bike when I was six.
  • Riding a bike is a fun outdoor activity for kids.

Examples of usage

  • He enjoys biking in the mountains.
  • She goes biking every weekend.
  • We went biking along the river.
  • They organized a biking trip to the countryside.
  • I prefer biking to work rather than driving.
Context #2 | Verb

recreational

To ride a bicycle.

Synonyms

cycle, pedal, ride a bike.

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biking

General term for riding a bike, often used in casual or recreational contexts.

  • I enjoy biking in the park every weekend.
  • Biking is a great way to stay fit.

Examples of usage

  • He likes to bike around the neighborhood.
  • She bikes to the park every morning.
  • They biked through the forest to reach the campsite.

Translations

Translations of the word "biking" in other languages:

🇵🇹 andar de bicicleta

🇮🇳 साइकिल चलाना

🇩🇪 Radfahren

🇮🇩 bersepeda

🇺🇦 їзда на велосипеді

🇵🇱 jazda na rowerze

🇯🇵 サイクリング

🇫🇷 faire du vélo

🇪🇸 andar en bicicleta

🇹🇷 bisiklet sürme

🇰🇷 자전거 타기

🇸🇦 ركوب الدراجة

🇨🇿 jízda na kole

🇸🇰 jazda na bicykli

🇨🇳 骑自行车

🇸🇮 kolesarjenje

🇮🇸 hjólreiðar

🇰🇿 велосипед тебу

🇬🇪 ველოსიპედით სიარული

🇦🇿 velosiped sürmək

🇲🇽 andar en bicicleta

Etymology

The word 'biking' originates from the term 'bike', which is a shortened form of 'bicycle'. Bicycles have been a popular mode of transportation and recreation since the 19th century. The activity of biking has evolved from a means of transportation to a leisure activity and sport enjoyed by people worldwide.

See also: bike, biker.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,049, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.