Unicycling: meaning, definitions and examples

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unicycling

 

[ ˈjuːnɪˌsaɪklɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sporting activity

Unicycling is the act of riding a unicycle, a single-wheeled vehicle powered by pedaling. It requires balance, coordination, and practice to master, often incorporating tricks and stunts similar to those performed on bicycles. Unicycling can be done for recreation, performance, or as a competitive sport. It is an exciting and challenging activity that continues to gain popularity worldwide.

Synonyms

monowheel riding, one-wheeling, unicycle riding

Examples of usage

  • He took up unicycling as a hobby on weekends.
  • The unicycling competition showcased incredible skills.
  • She performed unicycling tricks at the local fair.

Translations

Translations of the word "unicycling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 monociclo

🇮🇳 एक-पहिया साइकिल चलाना

🇩🇪 Einradfahren

🇮🇩 sepeda unicycle

🇺🇦 уніклізинг

🇵🇱 monocykl

🇯🇵 ユニサイクル

🇫🇷 monocycle

🇪🇸 monociclo

🇹🇷 tek tekerli bisiklet

🇰🇷 외발 자전거 타기

🇸🇦 ركوب الدراجة أحادية العجلات

🇨🇿 jednokolka

🇸🇰 jednokolka

🇨🇳 独轮车

🇸🇮 enokolesarstvo

🇮🇸 einn hjól

🇰🇿 бір дөңгелекті велосипед

🇬🇪 ერთგუნდური

🇦🇿 tək təkərli velosiped

🇲🇽 monociclo

Etymology

The term 'unicycling' is derived from the word 'unicycle', which is a combination of the prefix 'uni-' meaning 'one', and 'cycle', referring to its wheeled form. The history of unicycling dates back to the late 19th century when the unicycle was invented as a variant of the bicycle. Initially, it was primarily used by circus performers and entertainers who demonstrated their skills through acrobatics and stunts. Over time, unicycling has evolved into a popular sport, enjoyed by enthusiasts around the world. Unicycling also gained more formal recognition as competitions and clubs formed, leading to organized events, including races and freestyle competitions. Nowadays, it encompasses various styles, such as trials, mountain unicycling, and artistic unicycling, appealing to a wide range of people from young children to adults.