Cycling
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsaɪk(ə)lɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Cycling is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of cycle.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of cycle.
More Meanings
- (uncountable) The activity of riding cycles, especially bicycles (for transport, sport, physical exercise, recreation, tourism...)
- (uncountable) The sport of riding and racing cycles, especially bicycles.
- (countable) Any cyclic action or process.
- That undergoes a cyclic motion or process.
Example Sentences
In all my years as a cycling fan, I've never seen a breakaway like this.
The cycling of the water softener in the basement was faintly audible from the kitchen.
Word Forms
- cyclings
Synonyms for cycling
Depending on context, synonyms include biking.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bike, motorcycle, bicycle, pedal, wheel, round.
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