What does TRIKE mean?

Trike

Part of speech: Noun

Definition: A three-wheeled vehicle, typically propelled by pedals or a motor.

Pronunciation (US): /traɪk/

Pronunciation (UK): /traɪk/

Origin and Usage: The word "trike" is a shortened version of the word "tricycle". It was first used in the mid-1800s to describe a three-wheeled vehicle that was powered by pedals. Over time, the term "trike" has come to refer to any three-wheeled vehicle, whether it is powered by pedals or a motor.

Synonyms: Three-wheeler, tri-cycle, delta trike, tadpole trike.

Related Words: Bike, spike, like, pike, dike.

Example Sentences:

• He rode his trike to the park.
• The children were excited to ride their new trikes.
• The trike was powered by a small gas engine.