cycling

[sahy-kling]

noun

1. the act or sport of riding or traveling by bicycle, motorcycle, etc.

2. Also called bicycle race. Also called bicycle racing. Sports.,  a race on lightweight bicycles with low handlebars, conducted for specified distances or against time on a dirt or board track or over public roads between cities.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cycling¹

First recorded in 1935–40; cycle + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

"Many victims of theft in the capital just stop cycling - if we want to reduce car trips in London and encourage cycling we have to redouble enforcement against cycle theft."

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On Friday, world cycling governing body the UCI said it will continue to welcome Israeli athletes at its competitions despite calls for sporting boycotts.

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The Vuelta de Espana cycling race was repeatedly disrupted by groups protesting the presence of the Israel-Premier Tech team, forcing a messy, premature end on Saturday and the cancellation of the podium ceremony.

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Former Tour de France winner Geraint Thomas is waving an emotional goodbye to cycling, with his final ride in his home city.

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"It changed my life," added Thomas recalling victory in cycling's most prestigious race.

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