Biker

/ˈbaɪkər/

nounBeginner📊CommonPerson
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Definitions

1

A person who rides a motorcycle, often as a hobby or part of a subculture.

/ˈbaɪkər/

nounneutralBeginner
Person

A person who rides a motorcycle.

He's a biker, always wearing leather and riding his custom chopper.

💡 Simply: Someone who rides a motorcycle.

More Examples

2

The biker club held a rally in the desert.

How It's Used

Motorcycle Culture

"The biker gang roared into town."

Informal Conversation

"My uncle is a keen biker; he's always tinkering with his Harley."

Idioms & expressions

biker gang

A group of motorcyclists, often associated with a specific club or subculture.

"The biker gang rode through the city, attracting attention."

From "bike" (bicycle or motorcycle) + "-er" (agent suffix), emerging in the mid-20th century with the rise of motorcycle culture.

The term gained popularity in the mid-20th century, closely tied to the rise of motorcycle clubs and counterculture.

Memory tip

Think of someone who 'bikes' a lot.

Word Origin

Original meaning

""bike" + "-er" (agent suffix)"

biker jacketbiker barbiker boots

Common misspellings

bykerbikker

Usage

60%Spoken
40%Written