dirt bike

noun

: a usually lightweight motorcycle designed for operation on unpaved surfaces

Examples of dirt bike in a Sentence

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Some models of electric dirt bikes can exceed 30 mph, and some of the higher-end models reach speeds approaching 50 mph or more. Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Jan. 2026 The dirt bike continued forward and came to rest at the northeast corner of the intersection. Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026 The moto can climb inclines up to 45 degrees – a feat most electric motorcycles dressed as dirt bikes can’t offer. New Atlas, 9 Jan. 2026 Decades ago, that dirt bike didn’t make my jaw drop because of the price tag. John Vorwald, Robb Report, 28 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dirt bike

Word History

First Known Use

1970, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dirt bike was in 1970

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“Dirt bike.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dirt%20bike. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

dirt bike

noun
: a light motorcycle designed to be used off the road
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