: one who rides a cycle

Examples of cyclist in a Sentence

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The last time a non-electric cyclist killed a pedestrian in Central Park was 2014. — Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 28 Sep. 2026 Along its 24 miles, the winding road brings motorists (and cyclists) to some stunning, interesting, and must-see stops. — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026 Cyclist and pedestrian safety The goal of the Arden Way project is to increase safety for all modes of transportation, but particularly for cyclists and pedestrians, White said. — Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026 Today, the inn is particularly popular with US history buffs thanks to the town’s origins, as well as cyclists coming from the nearby Empire State Trail. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cyclist

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cyclist was in 1882

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“Cyclist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cyclist. Accessed 1 Oct. 2026.

Kids Definition

cyclist

noun
: a person who rides a bicycle or motorcycle
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