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rider

 

[ ˈraɪdər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bike

A person who is riding a bike, motorcycle, or horse.

Synonyms

cyclist, equestrian, motorcyclist

Examples of usage

  • The rider was wearing a helmet for safety.
  • The horse rider competed in the equestrian event.
Context #2 | Noun

taxi

A person who is a passenger in a taxi or other vehicle for hire.

Synonyms

fare, passenger

Examples of usage

  • The rider in the taxi directed the driver to the destination.
  • There were three riders in the car sharing the fare.
Context #3 | Noun

roller coaster

A person who is on a roller coaster or other amusement ride.

Synonyms

passenger, thrill-seeker

Examples of usage

  • The rider screamed with excitement as the roller coaster plunged down the track.
  • The amusement park had strict safety regulations for riders.

Translations

Translations of the word "rider" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cavaleiro

🇮🇳 सवार

🇩🇪 Reiter

🇮🇩 penunggang

🇺🇦 вершник

🇵🇱 jeździec

🇯🇵 騎手

🇫🇷 cavalier

🇪🇸 jinete

🇹🇷 binici

🇰🇷 라이더

🇸🇦 راكب

🇨🇿 jezdec

🇸🇰 jazdec

🇨🇳 骑士

🇸🇮 jezdec

🇮🇸 reiðmaður

🇰🇿 салт атты

🇬🇪 მხედარი

🇦🇿 atlı

🇲🇽 jinete

Etymology

The word 'rider' has its origins in Old English, where it was used to refer to a person who rides a horse or other animal. Over time, the term expanded to include individuals riding bicycles, motorcycles, and other vehicles. The concept of a 'rider' has evolved to encompass not just physical transportation but also participation in various recreational activities, such as roller coasters and amusement rides.

See also: override, overriding, ride, riders, riding.

Word Frequency Rank

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