Motorcycle: meaning, definitions and examples

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motorcycle

 

[ หˆmoสŠ.tษ™rหŒsaษช.kษ™l ]

Context #1 | Noun

vehicle

A two-wheeled vehicle that is powered by a motor and has a seat for the rider. Motorcycles are typically used for transportation and recreation.

Synonyms

bike, cycle, motorbike.

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Word Description / Examples
motorcycle

Use when referring to a two-wheeled motorized vehicle, often in a more formal or technical context.

  • He enjoys the freedom of riding his motorcycle on weekends
  • The company specializes in manufacturing high-performance motorcycles
motorbike

Another term for a two-wheeled motorized vehicle, often used interchangeably with 'motorcycle' but can sometimes sound less formal.

  • She zoomed past on her motorbike
  • He fixed his motorbike before going for a ride
bike

Commonly used in casual conversations to refer to any two-wheeled vehicle, either motorized or pedal-powered.

  • Let's ride our bikes to the park
  • He got a new bike for his birthday
cycle

Generally used to refer to pedal-powered two-wheelers, often in more formal, technical or British English contexts.

  • Cycling is a great way to stay fit
  • There are special lanes for cycles in the city

Examples of usage

  • He rides his motorcycle to work every day.
  • She enjoys going on long rides on her motorcycle.
Context #2 | Noun

sports

A type of racing or sport involving motorcycles. Competitors ride motorcycles at high speeds around tracks or off-road terrain.

Synonyms

motocross, motorcycle racing, motorcycle sport.

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motorcycle

A general term for a two-wheeled motor vehicle used for both everyday transportation and leisure riding.

  • He bought a new motorcycle to commute to work every day
  • They enjoy taking their motorcycle on long rides through the countryside
motorcycle racing

Describes the sport or activity of racing motorcycles on tracks or closed courses at high speeds.

  • He dreams of becoming a professional in motorcycle racing
  • They went to watch the motorcycle racing championship last Sunday
motorcycle sport

A broader term that includes various types of competitions and sports involving motorcycles, such as road racing, enduro, trials, and motocross.

  • Motorcycle sport is gaining popularity among young riders
  • She is passionate about motorcycle sport and participates in various events
motocross

Refers to an off-road motorcycle racing sport that takes place on enclosed off-road circuits.

  • Motocross events are exciting with all the jumps and turns
  • He practices motocross at the local track every weekend

Examples of usage

  • He is a professional motorcycle racer.
  • She enjoys watching motorcycle races on TV.

Translations

Translations of the word "motorcycle" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น motocicleta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‹เคŸเคฐเคธเคพเค‡เค•เคฟเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Motorrad

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sepeda motor

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพั‚ะพั†ะธะบะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ motocykl

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใƒผใƒˆใƒใ‚ค

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท moto

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ motocicleta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท motosiklet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜คํ† ๋ฐ”์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏุฑุงุฌุฉ ู†ุงุฑูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ motocykl

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ motocykel

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‘ฉๆ‰˜่ฝฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ motorno kolo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mรณtorhjรณl

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพั‚ะพั†ะธะบะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒขแƒแƒชแƒ˜แƒ™แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ motosiklet

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ motocicleta

Etymology

The motorcycle, as we know it today, has evolved over the past century. It originated from the development of the steam-powered bicycle in the 19th century, eventually transitioning to the internal combustion engine. The first commercial motorcycles were produced in the early 20th century, and since then, they have become a popular mode of transportation and a symbol of freedom and adventure.

See also: motor, motorbike, motorcoach, motorcycling, motorhome, motorist, motorists, motorized, motorway.