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cyclist

noun

cy·​clist ˈsī-k(ə-)ləst How to pronounce cyclist (audio)
: one who rides a cycle

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Because e-bikes are classified as bicycles under state law, riders need to obey the same rules as cyclists. Ryan Murphy, IndyStar, 22 Nov. 2025 The young cyclist was preparing for the upcoming World Championships in Scotland when he was struck. Alan Gionet, CBS News, 22 Nov. 2025 One design concept proposed includes new crosswalks and signage alerting vehicles of pedestrians and cyclists at River Road and East Witherspoon Street. Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 21 Nov. 2025 Entry costs $25 per vehicle for a seven-day pass or $15 for walk-ins and cyclists. Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 21 Nov. 2025 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 27 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

cyclist

noun
cy·​clist ˈsī-k(ə-)ləst How to pronounce cyclist (audio)
ˈsik(-ə)-ləst
: a person who rides a bicycle or motorcycle

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