biker

noun

bik·​er ˈbī-kər How to pronounce biker (audio)
plural bikers
1
: someone who rides a bicycle : bicyclist
All ages and skill levels of bikers are encouraged to jump on a bike and pedal away for the opportunity to pursue good health and perhaps earn sponsor prizes.Emmett Hall
road/mountain/dirt bikers
2
: someone who rides a motorcycle : motorcyclist
especially : a person who is a member of a motorcycling group
For Becky Jackson, who runs two Springfield bars that cater to bikers, motorcycles have been a way of life since she was growing up with a father and uncle who wore matching vests, shorthand for being in a [motorcycle] club. Bruce Rushton
Everyone agrees that the sponsors of the canceled events were not biker gangs, but legitimate motorcycle clubs comprising mostly middle-income people with families and jobs. Still, large runs can attract the outlaw segment. Tom Haydon and Patrick Jenkins

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The satin fabrics were dyed vibrant colors and used for pieces like biker vests, dresses and apron tops. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Oct. 2025 Sam becomes the subject of an intense missing persons investigation and a dead giveaway for Robbie’s culpability should he be discovered by Perry (Jamie McShane), a biker gang member seeking revenge for the crime. Keith Phipps, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025 With Frills For those who prefer soft, feminine dressing and aren't sure how to reconcile that with practical biker boots—don’t worry. Clare Holden, Glamour, 6 Oct. 2025 Around this time, three other dirt bikers stopped to offer additional support, including food and water. Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 6 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for biker

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of biker was in 1883

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“Biker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/biker. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

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