Meaning & use
cycle
A series of events or stages that repeat regularly in the same order.
See it in a sentence
The water cycle moves moisture between the oceans, air, and land.
Farmers plan their planting around the natural cycle of the seasons.
A note on using this word
As a verb, cycle commonly means to ride a bicycle, especially in British English.
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Another way to use it
2. verb
To ride a bicycle, especially as a regular means of transportation or exercise.
He cycles to work every day, even in light rain.
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