cyclist

noun

cy·​clist ˈsī-k(ə-)ləst 

: one who rides a cycle

Examples of cyclist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And now nearly three decades later, cyclists say things are looking up. — Sooji Nam, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026

Cops were spotted out in force giving out $190 traffic tickets to cyclists blowing red lights or riding in the bus lane — just hours after the fatal crash. — Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 19 Sep. 2026

According to the report, Sabini and the driver of a Honda Crosstour were headed west on the road when the cyclist turned left from the bike lane into the path of the Honda. — Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026

A number of local cyclists have also volunteered to search the area on their own. — Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 16 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