motorbike
Americannoun
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a small, lightweight motorcycle.
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a bicycle that is propelled by an attached motor.
verb (used without object)
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of motorbike
Example Sentences
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Members of the adventure motorbike community are expected to ride from Kensington Palace to Parliament Square on Wednesday to mark 500 days since the couple were first detained.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
Two-wheelers reign supreme across Vietnam, where public transport is limited and many cannot afford cars, making it the world's fourth-largest motorbike market.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
She also owns a motorbike, and her London roots are evident in her ongoing support for Arsenal.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026
“Outdoors is booming—camping, fishing, putting a motorbike on the back,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
Without the slightest regret I said goodbye to Repton for ever and rode back to Kent on my motorbike.
From "Boy: Tales of a Childhood" by Roald Dahl
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