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Wheelie: meaning, definitions and examples

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wheelie

 

[ หˆwiหli ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

stunt performance

A wheelie is a stunt in which the rider lifts the front wheel of a bicycle or motorcycle off the ground while keeping the rear wheel on the ground. This maneuver is often performed for entertainment purposes and requires balance and skill.

Synonyms

maneuver, stunt, trick

Examples of usage

  • He did an impressive wheelie down the street.
  • She practiced her wheelie until she could hold it for several seconds.
  • The biker showcased his abilities by doing a wheelie at the bike show.

Translations

Translations of the word "wheelie" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น empinada

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเฅเคนเฅ€เคฒie

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wheelie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ wheelie

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ะปั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wheelie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฆใ‚ฃใƒชใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท wheelie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ wheelie

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท wheelie

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํœ ๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆูŠู„ู„ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ wheelie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ wheelie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฝฎ่ƒŽ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ wheelie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ wheelie

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ wheelie

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ wheelie

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ wheelie

Etymology

The term 'wheelie' originated from the early 20th century, derived from the word 'wheel' combined with the suffix '-ie,' which is often used in informal English to denote fondness or familiarity. The use of the term became popular in motorcycling and cycling communities as riders began to perform stunts involving lifting the front wheel off the ground. The growth of motorcycle culture and BMX biking in the 1970s and 1980s contributed to the widespread adoption of the term, as more enthusiasts sought to showcase their skills in wheelie stunts. Over the years, wheelies have become a hallmark of street racing and trick riding, symbolizing both skill and audacity in the biking community.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,773, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.