tricycle

[ trahy-si-kuhl, -sik-uhl ]

noun

1. a vehicle, especially one for children, having one large front wheel and two small rear wheels, propelled by foot pedals.
2. a velocipede with three wheels propelled by pedals or hand levers.
3. a three-wheeled motorcycle.

tricycle

/ ˈtraɪsɪkəl /

noun

1. a three-wheeled cycle, esp one driven by pedals
2. a three-wheeler for invalids

verb

1. intr to ride a tricycle

Derived Forms

• ˈtricyclist, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of tricycle¹

From French, dating back to 1820–30; tri-, cycle

Example Sentences

Welcoming the donations, Mr Sarfo said the cash was used to fund their activities - including paying for rubbish disposal and buying fuel for their tricycle to transport rubbish to a refuse site.

From BBC

I was 3 years old, pedaling with pride as I showed her my newfound skill — riding a tricycle.

From Los Angeles Times

They often emit laughter — and the sound of tumbling blocks, bouncing balls and meandering tricycles.

From Seattle Times

They often emit laughter — and the sound of tumbling blocks, bouncing balls, and meandering tricycles.

From Seattle Times

We find quaint houses with rusted tricycles in the front yards.

From Literature