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unicycle

UK/'juːnisaik(ə)l/US/'ju:nisaikl/
C2

Definitions

n.

A one-wheeled pedal vehicle, often used by performers.

独轮车

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
uni-not, reversal
+
cyclcircle, ring, around
+
-esuffix
=unicycle

uni- (one) + cycl (wheel) = one wheel. Note: this uni- is the 'one' prefix (as in unite, unique), not the negative un-.

Root circ still carries 57 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The clown balanced on a unicycle while juggling.

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