variants also push bicycle
British
as in bicycle
a two-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by the use of pedals and steered through the use of handlebars the vicar riding his sturdy push-bike used to be a common sight around the village

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Noun
  • The recent rise in electric vehicles and electric bicycles and scooters has caused a rise in battery production and consumption.
    Jon McGowan, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
  • Earlier this month, Meghan posted a heartfelt montage in tribute to Harry for Father's Day, which included clips of both children and one scene of Archie learning how to ride a bicycle.
    Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 29 June 2025
Noun
  • The green space would be paseos open to the public during business hours and the project would also add more access to nearby bike lanes.
    Emilie Takahashi, Oc Register, 19 June 2025
  • Also, the council directed city staffers to consider the costs and benefits of other possible improvements such as bike lanes, crosswalks and curb ramps, and bring that information back at a future meeting.
    Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2025
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“Push-bike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/push-bike. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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