cyclist

noun

cy·​clist ˈsī-k(ə-)ləst 

: one who rides a cycle

Examples of cyclist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

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

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for cyclist

• motorcyclist

Kids Definition

cyclist

noun

cy·​clist ˈsī-k(ə-)ləst 

ˈsik(-ə)-ləst

: a person who rides a bicycle or motorcycle