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to sit on open-spaced vehicles like motorcycles or bicycles and be in control of their movements
to sit on and control the movement of an animal, especially a horse
to travel in a vehicle such as a bus, car, etc.
to move or float on water
to annoy or harass someone persistently
to maintain light pressure on a pedal, often in vehicles or machines, without fully disengaging it
to engage in sexual intercourse
(of fabric or clothing) to be gradually displaced and creased
to traverse a particular space using a mode of transportation, typically a horse or a bicycle
to provide certain experiences while traveling, often emphasizing smoothness, comfort, or quality of a vehicle
to be carried or supported by something with a sense of lightness and swiftness
to rely heavily on something or someone for support, success, or sustenance
a journey on a horse, bicycle, automobile, or machine
a vehicle, usually a car, often implying personal ownership or style
What does "ride" mean in casual slang?
The structure is a simple noun derived from the verb "to ride," repurposed to mean the vehicle itself rather than the action. It is used to describe a vehicle, usually a car, often implying personal ownership, pride, or style. People typically say "Nice ride" when complimenting someone's car, or "That's my new ride" when showing off a vehicle. The term originated in mid 20th century American slang, particularly in youth and car culture.
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