: bicycle racing that resembles motocross with dirt tracks and jumps and the use of special heavy-duty bicycles

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Made mostly from recycled materials, the Rodeo delivers retro BMX style and dependable protection for riders who value simplicity, safety, and a clean, modern look. Outside, 21 Oct. 2025 Three children inside the Toyota were also hospitalized with injuries, as was the driver of another involved BMX X3. Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 11 Oct. 2025 This year’s event includes an open roller rink for free skating and BMX clinics led by Olympian Perris Benega. Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025 Reactions to Kirk’s death included Team USA BMX rider Chelsea Wolfe, who faced scrutiny after posting celebratory messages on Instagram. Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 12 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for BMX

Word History

Etymology

bicycle motocross + X as symbol for -cross

First Known Use

1975, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of BMX was in 1975

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“BMX.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/BMX. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.

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BMX

noun
ˌbē-(ˌ)em-ˈeks
: bicycle racing that is similar to motocross with dirt tracks and jumps and the use of special heavy-duty bicycles

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