used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
antediluviannoun
any of the early patriarchs who lived prior to the Noachian deluge
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
the event of one object coming closer to another
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
cabsnounUS /kæbz/
plural of “cab” — a compartment at the front of a motor vehicle or locomotive where driver sits
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
a railcar where passengers ride
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
cyclenounUS /ˈsaɪkəl/
an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
cycler
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
CyclingnounUS /ˈsaɪkəlɪŋ/
the sport of traveling on a bicycle or motorcycle
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
having the power of driving or impelling
From this reading Riding and driving strictly forbidden.
else
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
EverydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
forbiddenadjectiveUS /fərˈbɪd.ən/
Not allowed; banned or prohibited by rule or law.
From this reading Riding and driving strictly forbidden.
arousing or provoking laughter
From this reading They are a funny sight!...
yet to be or coming
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
OrdinancenounUS /ˈɔːrdənəns/
an authoritative rule
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
passengernounUS /ˈpæsəndʒər/
a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements
From this reading Riding and driving strictly forbidden.
sound loudly and sonorously
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
rulesnounUS /ruːlz/
plural of “rule” — a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
the place where some action occurs
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
an instance of visual perception
From this reading They are a funny sight!...
not in physical motion
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
strictlyadverbUS /ˈstrɪktli/
restricted to something
From this reading Riding and driving strictly forbidden.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They are a funny sight!...
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
to-day
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
the act of using
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
vehiclesnounUS /ˈviːhɪkəlz/
plural of “vehicle” — a conveyance that transports people or objects
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
capable of being seen; or open to easy view
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
at the time that
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
which person or people
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading _On Cycling_ Street Scene of the Future Ordinance: Every foot passenger will carry a visible number and will ring a bell on approaching a cycler.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading Luck Cycler (passing a carriage on the road):—“And still there are cabs—to-day, when the cycle rules the world!
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Of course an old woman is in it; who else would use one of those antediluvian vehicles?”
