Tricycle
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtɹaɪsɪkəl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Tricycle is a noun meaning A cycle with three wheels, powered by pedals and usually intended for young children.
Meaning
A cycle with three wheels, powered by pedals and usually intended for young children.
More Meanings
- To ride a tricycle.
- (Philippines) An autorickshaw; A motorized cycle rickshaw (usually a roofed motorcycle with sidecar, often available for hire in the manner of a taxi)
Example Sentences
The child tricycled around the driveway until dark.
[S]o I rode home on my brand new tricycle to find the rest of the family parked in front of the box.
Word Forms
- tricycles
- tricycling
- tricycled
Synonyms for tricycle
Depending on context, synonyms include trike, pedicab, velocipede.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include velocipede, trike, bicycle, cycling, wagon, compartment.
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