Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wheelie
noun
/ˈwiːli/
Definition
A wheelie is an act of lifting the front wheel of a bicycle or motorcycle off the ground while riding, balancing on the rear wheel.
Examples
- The cyclist impressively executed a wheelie down the street.
- He practices his wheelies in the empty parking lot.
- The motorcycle rider did a wheelie on the ramp during the show.
Meaning
The term ‘wheelie’ commonly refers to a stunt performed on two wheels, which demonstrates both skill and balance on two-wheeled vehicles.
Synonyms
- stunt
- balance trick
- bike trick
