Meaning & use

cycle

noun·Academic

A series of events or stages that repeat regularly in the same order.

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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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