Motorcycling: meaning, definitions and examples

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motorcycling

 

[ ˈməʊ.tə.saɪ.kəl.ɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

adventure

The activity or sport of riding a motorcycle, typically on open roads or off-road trails.

Synonyms

motorbiking, riding a motorcycle.

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Word Description / Examples
motorcycling

Typically used to describe the activity or sport of riding motorcycles. This term is often associated with the hobby or professional enthusiasm for motorcycles.

  • He enjoys motorcycling on weekends.
  • Motorcycling can be both exhilarating and dangerous.
motorbiking

Often used in a more casual manner to refer to the act of riding a motorcycle. It can also be used to describe the activity similar to 'motorcycling' but may be less formal.

  • She loves motorbiking through the countryside.
  • They spent the day motorbiking along the coast.
riding a motorcycle

This phrase is straightforward and used to describe the physical act of riding a motorcycle. It is commonly used in everyday conversation and can refer to any type of motorcycle riding.

  • He is riding a motorcycle to work today.
  • Riding a motorcycle requires a lot of skill and attention.

Examples of usage

  • I enjoy motorcycling through the mountains on the weekends.
  • She decided to take up motorcycling as a new hobby.
Context #2 | Noun

transportation

The use of motorcycles as a means of transport.

Synonyms

motorcycle riding, riding on a motorbike.

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motorcycling

Used to describe the act of riding or operating a motorcycle in a general or broad sense. Often used when talking about the activity as a hobby or sport.

  • She has been interested in motorcycling since her early twenties.
  • Motorcycling can be both thrilling and dangerous.
motorcycle riding

This term can be used interchangeably with 'motorcycling' but might be more commonly used in instructional or educational contexts, such as riding courses or safety tips.

  • He attended a motorcycle riding class to learn the basics.
  • Motorcycle riding requires wearing appropriate safety gear.
riding on a motorbike

This phrase often describes the physical act of being on a motorcycle, sometimes implying a sense of enjoyment or a specific journey. It can be used in everyday conversations and can also capture the experience from a passenger's perspective.

  • We spent the afternoon riding on a motorbike through the countryside.
  • Riding on a motorbike for the first time can be an exhilarating experience.

Examples of usage

  • Motorcycling is a popular mode of transportation in many countries.
  • He commutes to work by motorcycling.
Context #3 | Verb

activity

To ride a motorcycle.

Synonyms

drive a motorbike, ride a motorcycle.

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motorcycling

This term is commonly used to describe the general activity or sport involving motorcycles. It can be used in a broad sense to talk about riding motorcycles as a hobby or competitive sport.

  • She got into motorcycling when she was a teenager.
  • Motorcycling offers a sense of freedom you can't find elsewhere.
ride a motorcycle

This is the most commonly used phrase, especially in American English, to describe the act of operating a motorcycle. It's suitable for everyday conversation.

  • I love to ride a motorcycle on weekends.
  • He enjoys riding a motorcycle through the countryside.
drive a motorbike

This phrase is less commonly used compared to 'ride a motorbike' or 'ride a motorcycle.' It is technically correct but might sound a bit awkward to native speakers.

  • He learned how to drive a motorbike last summer.
  • The rules for driving a motorbike are different from those for cars.

Examples of usage

  • He enjoys motorcycling across the country during the summer.
  • She motorcycled her way through the traffic.

Translations

Translations of the word "motorcycling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 motociclismo

🇮🇳 मोटरसाइकिल चलाना

🇩🇪 Motorradfahren

🇮🇩 bermotor

🇺🇦 мотоциклізм

🇵🇱 motocyklizm

🇯🇵 オートバイに乗ること

🇫🇷 motocyclisme

🇪🇸 motociclismo

🇹🇷 motosikletçilik

🇰🇷 오토바이 타기

🇸🇦 ركوب الدراجات النارية

🇨🇿 motocyklismus

🇸🇰 motocyklistika

🇨🇳 骑摩托车

🇸🇮 motociklizem

🇮🇸 mótorhjólamennska

🇰🇿 мотоциклде жүру

🇬🇪 მოტოციკლეტით სიარული

🇦🇿 motosiklet sürmək

🇲🇽 motociclismo

Etymology

The term 'motorcycling' originated in the early 20th century as a combination of the words 'motor' and 'cycle'. It became popular with the rise of motorized two-wheeled vehicles. Motorcycling has evolved from a mode of transportation to a recreational activity and sport enjoyed by millions worldwide.

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