velocipedes
The word “velocipedes” has 4 syllables: ve-lo-ci-pedes.
It's pronounced as /vəˈlɒsɪˌpiːdz/.
What is synonym and antonym for velocipedes?
In the thesaurus, “velocipedes” has 3 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for velocipedes along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for velocipedes
- bicycles
- bike
- bikes
Meanings of velocipedes
- noun
- An early two-wheeled conveyance upon which one rode astride a wooden frame propelled by means of pushing the feet against the ground.
- Any three- or four-wheeled machine driven by foot or hand levers to the rear or front axle.
- A late-1860s bicycle driven by cranks on the front axle.
- A bicycle.
- verb
- To ride on velocipede.
Example Sentences
- In the early 1800s, velocipedes were a precursor to modern bicycles.
- The museum had a collection of antique velocipedes on display.
- Velocipedes gained popularity quickly due to their simplicity and efficiency.
- She learned to ride one of the old-fashioned velocipedes during her visit to the historical village.
- Historians study the evolution of velocipedes as part of transportation history.
On this page you'll find 3 synonyms or another words to velocipedes, such as: bicycles, bike, bikes.
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