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
  • Bells and whistles aside, this bike simply provides a smooth, luxurious ride.
    Sara Coughlin, SELF, 1 July 2025
  • The hydraulic anti-roll can get slightly upset on bumpy roads, however, as a friend chasing me on a liter bike noted on a Malibu pullout.
    Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 1 July 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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