cyclist

noun

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

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Some cyclists are digging up nature areas and turning them into off-road tracks for dirtbikes and e-bikes. James Taylor, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026 In Milwaukee, several laws dictate how, when and where cyclists are allowed to ride in the city. Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 31 Mar. 2026 The video posted by Fetzer shows the BMW tailgating in the bike lane, the cyclist being forced onto the sidewalk and a water bottle being thrown. Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026 The group of cyclists attempted to enter onto the bridge on the Harrison Street off-ramp. Noe Padilla, USA Today, 30 Mar. 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 2 Apr. 2026.

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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