tricycle

noun

tri·​cy·​cle ˈtrī-sə-kəl How to pronounce tricycle (audio)
-ˌsi-kəl
: a 3-wheeled vehicle propelled by pedals or a motor

Examples of tricycle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Brittany Mahomes Shares Adorable Videos of Son Bronze, 15 Months, in Cute Red and White Outfit In the first photo of the carousel, Brittany is seen laughing alongside her daughter who is photographed speaking while riding a toy tricycle. Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024 The key difference between a standard bike and a tricycle like Sixthreezero’s EVRYjourney is stability — that third wheel provides a balanced, stable ride for all types of riders. Nathan Borchelt, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2024 The GIFs below show some early attempts at riding a tricycle, skateboarding, and pushing a crate. IEEE Spectrum, 11 Feb. 2024 Disney hopes that their Judy Hopps robot will soon be able to use the help of a robotic tricycle, crate, or skateboard to enable new forms of locomotion. IEEE Spectrum, 11 Feb. 2024 The city is seeking a vendor to provide standard, cargo and tricycle e-bikes and equipment including helmets and locks. Vanessa Arredondo, Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2023 In one photo, Newman goofed around, sitting on the tricycle of one of their daughters. Degen Pener, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Dec. 2023 Things to do: Princess Del Cerro Park is a neighborhood spot that’s great for everyone from toddlers on tricycles to seniors on a stroll. San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Oct. 2023 But my shot was Rocky on a tricycle cycling away from the camera over the hill. Alex Ritman, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Oct. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

French, from tri- + Greek kyklos wheel — more at wheel

First Known Use

1868, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tricycle was in 1868

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Cite this Entry

“Tricycle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tricycle. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

tricycle

noun
tri·​cy·​cle ˈtrī-ˌsik-əl How to pronounce tricycle (audio)
: a three-wheeled vehicle usually moved by pedals

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