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handlebar

American  
[han-dl-bahr] / ˈhæn dlˌbɑr /

noun

  1. Usually handlebars.

    1. the curved steering bar of a bicycle, motorcycle, etc., placed in front of the rider and gripped by the hands.

    2. handlebar moustache.

  2. a bar or rod, usually of metal and having a handle at one end, used for handling, guiding, or maneuvering some object.

Etymology

Origin of handlebar

First recorded in 1885–90; handle + bar 1

Example Sentences

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At 82, the former electrician with his legendary handlebar moustache is still receiving visitors in an office at the heart of the former Gdansk shipyards.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

Just that, bellowed in capital letters evoking images of very self-assured men sporting handlebar mustaches.

From Salon • Jun. 19, 2025

Chris Pratt in a handlebar mustache for Pringles.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2024

The bearded scientists were permitted to keep handlebar mustaches.

From Slate • Jul. 4, 2023

He watches the door for a second, then takes out a Sharpie and draws a handlebar mustache on his reflection in the mirror.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell

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