as in bikes
a two-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by the use of pedals and steered through the use of handlebars
a museum with an interesting collection of 19th-century velocipedes
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Noun
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Dutch team nabs 17 bikes from KC shop.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026 -
The award-winning barbecue, beer and bikes concept is gearing up to open a new restaurant in Fort Mill, South Carolina, later this month.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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The two-seat rear bench removes, clearing full-length aisle space for bicycles, kayaks, skis and other long gear while opening more free living space at camp.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 June 2026
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Guests can get hygiene supplies, clothes, and donated bicycles from Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange, with free bicycle repairs on Saturdays.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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“Velocipedes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/velocipedes. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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