motorcycle

noun

mo·​tor·​cy·​cle ˈmō-tər-ˌsī-kəl 

: an automotive vehicle with two in-line wheels

motorcycle intransitive verb

motorcyclist

ˈmō-tər-ˌsī-k(ə-)list 

noun

Examples of motorcycle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Most drivers in private passenger cars, in contrast, should expect to pay about $15, with lower rates for motorcycles and late-night entries into the city, according to the proposal finalized in March. —Philip Marcelo, Fortune, 31 May 2024

Several teams of rescuers climbed and rode horses and motorcycles in the search, officials said. —Brooke Baitinger, Idaho Statesman, 28 May 2024

Travelers must purchase a ticket as well as pay extra for their vehicle, which can include cars, vans, and motorcycles. —Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2024

The motorcycle burst into flames, said FHP Lt. Indiana Miranda. —Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 23 May 2024

Word History

Etymology

motor bicycle

First Known Use

1894, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

motorcycle

noun

mo·​tor·​cy·​cle ˈmōt-ər-ˌsī-kəl 

: a motorized vehicle for one or two passengers that has two wheels

motorcycle verb

motorcyclist

-ˌsī-k(ə-)ləst 

noun