handlebar

noun

han·​dle·​bar ˈhan-dᵊl-ˌbär How to pronounce handlebar (audio)
: a straight or bent bar with a handle at each end
specifically : one used to steer a bicycle or similar vehicle
usually used in plural

Examples of handlebar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But a bike that has a flat tire, no handlebars and a broken chain becomes just a bike, and its rider becomes just a person. Chip Colwell, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Feb. 2024 The controls are fairly intuitive and easy to operate from the Boost’s handlebars. Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2024 Type 2 bikes have a rear ski, a front ski with handlebars, footrests and suspension systems. John Meyer, The Denver Post, 30 Jan. 2024 The Ninebot Max features wider handlebars and a larger deck than comparable Segway models, adding comfort and accommodating more riders. Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2024 The right handlebar has the accelerator, while the left handlebar holds the brake and bell. Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2024 In the Cafe Racer configuration, the handlebars are low clip-ons, while the foot pegs are aggressively set back. Charlie Thomas, Robb Report, 12 Jan. 2024 There are two controls for the motor, one inconveniently mounted on each side of the handlebar. Eric Bangeman, Ars Technica, 18 Dec. 2023 The rear light in the back adds some extra visibility, especially for darker conditions, and the handlebar is adjustable and ergonomic. Jessica Booth, Parents, 23 Aug. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1844, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of handlebar was in 1844

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“Handlebar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handlebar. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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handlebar

noun
han·​dle·​bar ˈhan-dᵊl-ˌbär How to pronounce handlebar (audio)
: a bar with a handle (as for steering a bicycle) at each end
usually used in plural

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