handlebar

[han-dl-bahr]

noun

1. Usually handlebars.

   1. the curved steering bar of a bicycle, motorcycle, etc., placed in front of the rider and gripped by the hands.

   2. handlebar moustache.

2. a bar or rod, usually of metal and having a handle at one end, used for handling, guiding, or maneuvering some object.

Word History and Origins

Origin of handlebar¹

First recorded in 1885–90; handle + bar ¹

Example Sentences

A handlebar on the front of the truck hit Hakimi’s head and flung him to the asphalt, where he hit his head, the attorneys said.

From Los Angeles Times

Just that, bellowed in capital letters evoking images of very self-assured men sporting handlebar mustaches.

From Salon

The gently furrowed brow, crow’s feet fanning out at the eyes, a full beard as dynamic as a waterfall and broad handlebar mustache together yield a sense of age embodying experienced wisdom.

From Los Angeles Times

Once on campus, Mara found himself on the receiving end of endless stares, particularly when he zipped around on a scooter that required him to slump over to reach the handlebars.

From Los Angeles Times

She flipped over the handlebars and landed on her teeth.

From Los Angeles Times