cycle
cy
ˈsaɪ
sai
cle
kəl
kēl
British pronunciation
/sˈa‍ɪkə‍l/

Definition & Meaning of "cycle"in English

Cycle
01

(biology) a series of transformations and events that happen in an animal or plant's lifetime

cycle definition and meaning
example
Examples
The water cycle describes how water moves through the environment in different forms.
02

a vehicle with two wheels designed for propulsion by foot pedals like a bicycle or tricycle

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He rode his cycle to work every day to save money on gas.
03

a regularly repeating sequence or period of events

04

a series of literary or musical works connected by a common theme

05

a single full execution of a recurring process

06

the unit used to measure frequency of a repeating event

to cycle
01

to ride or travel on a bicycle or motorbike

Intransitive: to cycle | to cycle somewhere
to cycle definition and meaning
example
Examples
She cycles to work every day, enjoying the fresh air and exercise.
02

to go through a complete series of events or stages in a cyclical or repetitive manner

Intransitive: to cycle through a process
example
Examples
The economy cycles through periods of growth, stagnation, and recession as part of its natural fluctuation.
03

to cause or facilitate the movement or progression of something through a recurring sequence

Transitive: to cycle sb/sth through a sequence or progression
example
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The manager cycles the team members through different roles and responsibilities
04

to move or progress in a pattern or sequence of events that repeats itself regularly

Intransitive
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The seasons cycle throughout the year, transitioning from spring to winter.
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