Riders: meaning, definitions and examples

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riders

 

[ ˈraɪdərz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sports

Individuals who compete in sports or games, especially horseback riding, motorcycling, or cycling.

Synonyms

athletes, competitors, participants.

Examples of usage

  • The riders in the race were all skilled athletes.
  • She is one of the top riders in the equestrian world.
Context #2 | Noun

transportation

People who travel on a vehicle, such as a bus, train, or subway.

Synonyms

commuters, passengers, travelers.

Examples of usage

  • The riders on the bus chatted with each other during the journey.
  • The subway was crowded with riders during rush hour.

Translations

Translations of the word "riders" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cavaleiros

🇮🇳 सवार

🇩🇪 Reiter

🇮🇩 penunggang

🇺🇦 вершники

🇵🇱 jeźdźcy

🇯🇵 ライダー

🇫🇷 cavaliers

🇪🇸 jinetes

🇹🇷 biniciler

🇰🇷 기수

🇸🇦 ركاب

🇨🇿 jezdci

🇸🇰 jazdci

🇨🇳 骑手

🇸🇮 jezdeci

🇮🇸 reiðmenn

🇰🇿 салт аттылар

🇬🇪 მხედრები

🇦🇿 atlılar

🇲🇽 jinetes

Etymology

The word 'riders' originated from the Old English word 'ridere', which meant 'a mounted warrior or knight'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include individuals who ride horses or other vehicles. The term is commonly used in sports and transportation contexts.

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

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,377, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.