handcycle

American  

[hand-sahy-kuhl] / ˈhændˌsaɪ kəl /

Also hand bike, or hand cycle

noun

1. a cycle, usually having three wheels, propelled by pushing pedals with the arms rather than the legs, especially one used by people who have impaired mobility.

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verb (used without object)

1. to travel or race using a handcycle.

Etymology

Origin of handcycle

First recorded in 1880–85; hand ( def. ) + cycle ( def. )

Example Sentences

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handcycle

The Royal British Legion funded adaptions to his home and also provided a handcycle for him to get outdoors.

From BBC ● Oct. 26, 2024

So, his thoughts have turned to an epic 1,000-mile handcycle ride through the Peruvian Andes.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 11, 2024

He’s had friends injured by moose in Kincaid, and he was badly bruised when he encountered a moose while using his handcycle in the park, he said.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 31, 2023

Initially, McManus planned to compete as a handcycle athlete.

From Washington Post ● Oct. 29, 2022

If it’s warm out, I go in my handcycle, a bike you pedal with your hands.

From New York Times ● Mar. 5, 2021