cyclist

noun

cy·​clist ˈsī-k(ə-)ləst 

: one who rides a cycle

Examples of cyclist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Diallo is the 17th cyclist to be killed on city streets this year, according to Transportation Alternatives. — Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 25 Aug. 2026

The survey is part of an ongoing planning project looking at ways to make the station more accessible, especially for pedestrians and cyclists. — Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 25 Aug. 2026

Runners, cyclists, gym-goers, tennis and pickleball players, and weekend walkers may experience leg fatigue or discomfort after physical activity. — Nia Bowers, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026

That's why one local cyclist is trying to tackle some of those challenges one bike ride at a time. — Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 24 Aug. 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