Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
velocipede
Noun
/vɪˈlɒsɪpiːd/
Definition
A velocipede is a human-powered vehicle with two or more wheels, typically referring to the early forms of bicycles and tricycles.
Examples
- The velocipede was a significant invention in the history of transportation.
- Many people began using velocipedes for commuting in the late 19th century.
- She learned to ride a velocipede when she was just six years old.
Meaning
The term velocipede comes from the Latin roots ‘velox’ meaning swift and ‘pes’ meaning foot, indicating a fast means of travel powered by human effort.
Synonyms
- bicycle
- tricycle
- cycle
