Motorbike
/ˈməʊtəˌbaɪk/
Definitions
A two-wheeled vehicle powered by an internal combustion engine.
/ˈməʊtəˌbaɪk/
A two-wheeled motor vehicle.
He bought a new motorbike for his daily commute.
💡 Simply: Imagine a bike, but instead of pedaling, it has a super cool engine to make it go! That's a motorbike! It's like a super-powered bicycle for grown-ups.
👶 For kids: It's a bike with an engine! Vroom vroom!
More Examples
She enjoys taking long trips on her motorbike.
The motorbike roared as it sped down the road.
How It's Used
"Many people enjoy riding motorbikes for commuting or recreation."
"Motorbike racing is a popular sport around the world."
Idioms & expressions
motorbike gang
A group of people who ride motorbikes, often associated with a specific subculture or sometimes criminal activity.
"The media reported on a motorbike gang causing trouble in the city."
motorbiking
The activity of riding motorbikes.
"Motorbiking is a popular sport and recreational activity."
A compound word from "motor" (referring to the engine) and "bike" (short for bicycle), appearing in the late 19th century with the advent of engine-powered bicycles.
Appeared in the late 19th century as motorized bicycles gained popularity.
Memory tip
Think of a bicycle with a motor – a motorbike!
Word Origin
"A vehicle with a motor that uses two wheels. Shortening of the word 'bicycle'"