push-bike

[ poosh-bahyk ]

noun

, British.

1. a standard bicycle, operated by pedals rather than a motor.

push-bike

noun

1. an informal name for bicycle

Word History and Origins

Origin of push-bike¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

“Bloomin’ ’eck, that leaves us only about fifteen hours for a ten mile push-bike ride!

From Literature

I’m reminded anew that for the inquisitive traveler, a push-bike is right in the sweet spot: Driving is too fast, walking too slow.

From New York Times

Made it less a device to attach to a push-bike and more a straightforward baby stroller with swivel-wheels and a handle more appropriate for tall Dutch men.

From The Guardian

In summary, Rod: The Autobiography compares to the past work of James Corden, Bear Grylls, Ant and Dec et al as the Stealth Bomber does to a push-bike, so hats off to him.

From The Guardian

She had never attempted any form of competitive cycling and owned an old rusty push-bike that rarely left her parents' garage.

From The Guardian