cyclist

noun

cy·​clist ˈsī-k(ə-)ləst How to pronounce cyclist (audio)
: one who rides a cycle

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Proponents say the key is to reengineer streets so that drivers are compelled to slow down and pay more attention to pedestrians, cyclists and other road users. Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2025 Although the grant application released in response to a Public Records Act request contained information about pedestrian and cyclist citations, Police Chief Kathy Lester did not mention enforcement actions against some of the most vulnerable road users in the city news release. Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2025 The flag is big enough to be seen from Donner Pass Road, a popular road for hikers, cyclists, and climbers. David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025 That’s particularly true for runners and cyclists, who primarily move front to back during those activities, which is why Dr. West recommends her patients incorporate exercises that target the butt muscles, like squats, into their workouts. Galina Espinoza, Flow Space, 8 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cyclist

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cyclist was in 1882

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“Cyclist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cyclist. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

cyclist

noun
cy·​clist ˈsī-k(ə-)ləst How to pronounce cyclist (audio)
ˈsik(-ə)-ləst
: a person who rides a bicycle or motorcycle

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