Ride
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British pronunciation/raɪd/
American pronunciation/raɪd/

Definition & Meaning of "ride"

to ride
01

to sit on open-spaced vehicles like motorcycles or bicycles and be in control of their movements

Transitive: to ride a bike or motorcycle | to ride a bike or motorcycle somewhere
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She rides her bike to work every day.
The friends are riding bikes in the park.
02

to sit on and control the movement of an animal, especially a horse

Transitive: to ride an animal
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As a beginner, I was a bit nervous to ride such a large horse.
During our vacation, we had the opportunity to ride horses along the scenic trails.
03

to travel in a vehicle such as a bus, car, etc.

Transitive: to ride a vehicle | to ride a vehicle somewhere
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He prefers to ride the bus to work instead of driving.
I ride the subway to school every day.
04

to move or float on water

Intransitive: to ride | to ride somewhere
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As the yacht set sail, it began to ride gracefully on the calm waters of the bay.
The fishing boat could ride through choppy waves without losing stability.
05

to annoy or harass someone persistently

Transitive: to ride sb
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Mark could n't resist the temptation to ride Jake about his new hairstyle.
The younger siblings loved to ride their older brother, teasing him about his secret crush.
06

to maintain light pressure on a pedal, often in vehicles or machines, without fully disengaging it

Transitive: to ride a pedal
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In heavy traffic, it's common for drivers to ride the clutch.
While waiting at the traffic light, the motorcyclist continued to ride the clutch.
07

to engage in sexual intercourse

Transitive: to ride sb
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In the movie, the lead actor was shown riding his love interest.
The provocative lyrics of the song hinted at the desire to ride a partner.
08

(of fabric or clothing) to be gradually displaced and creased

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After a long day of sitting, the trousers began to ride.
The sleeves of his jacket tended to ride when he raised his arms.
09

to traverse a particular space using a mode of transportation, typically a horse or a bicycle

Transitive: to ride an area
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The equestrian group decided to ride the picturesque countryside.
Cyclists often gather on weekends to ride the hilly terrain.
10

to provide certain experiences while traveling, often emphasizing smoothness, comfort, or quality of a vehicle

Intransitive: to ride in a specific manner
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The sports car may have a sleek design, but what truly impresses is how it rides.
Despite its compact size, the electric scooter rides exceptionally well.
11

to be carried or supported by something with a sense of lightness and swiftness

Transitive: to ride sth
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Children giggled as they climbed aboard the carousel horses, each eager to ride the whimsical creatures as they circled around.
The surfer skillfully positioned themselves to ride the crest of the wave.
12

to rely heavily on something or someone for support, success, or sustenance

Transitive: to ride on an influential factor
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The success of the small business often rode on the loyalty of its local customer base.
The project's completion heavily rides on the timely delivery of crucial materials from the supplier.
Ride
01

a journey on a horse, bicycle, automobile, or machine

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She enjoyed a peaceful ride through the countryside on her horse, savoring the fresh air and scenic views.
The family decided to go for a bike ride along the picturesque trails in the national park.
02

a mechanical device that you ride for amusement or excitement

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