cyclist

American

[sahy-klist] / ˈsaɪ klɪst /

Or cycler

noun

a person who rides or travels by bicycle, motorcycle, etc.

cyclist British

/ ˈsaɪklɪst /

noun

a person who rides or travels by bicycle, motorcycle, etc

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Etymology

Origin of cyclist

First recorded in 1880–85; cycle + -ist

Example Sentences

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A former GB cyclist whose chance of Olympics glory was wrecked by a horrific crash has spoken of her career "highs and lows" as she confirmed her retirement.

From BBC

Once, confronted with a contested four-way stop, Harvey waited for the offending cyclist to clear, then took his turn briskly.

From The Wall Street Journal

"I also think the learner drivers are making it dangerous not just for the people living here, but also for cyclists and dog walkers."

From BBC

Australian Paralympic gold medallist Paige Greco started her career as a track-and-field athlete, but it was as a cyclist that she flourished.

From BBC

Repair bills can be costly, and they can also cause injuries to passengers, cyclists or pedestrians.

From BBC

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