cycle
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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
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The water cycle describes how water moves through the environment in different forms.
In plants, the life cycle includes stages from seed germination to flowering and producing seeds.
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.
Cycle lanes make commuting safer for cyclists in urban areas.
03

an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs

04

a periodically repeated sequence of events

05

a series of poems or songs on the same theme

06

a single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon

07

the unit of frequency; one hertz has a periodic interval of one second (named for Heinrich Rudolph Hertz)

to cycle
01

to ride or travel on a bicycle or motorbike

Intransitive: to cycle | to cycle somewhere
to cycle definition and meaning
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Examples
She cycles to work every day, enjoying the fresh air and exercise.
During the summer vacation, we love to cycle along the scenic coastal road.
02

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

Intransitive: to cycle through a process
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The economy cycles through periods of growth, stagnation, and recession as part of its natural fluctuation.
The fashion industry cycles through trends, with styles and preferences changing from season to season.
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
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The manager cycles the team members through different roles and responsibilities
The choreographer cycles the dancers through a series of choreographed movements.
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.
The project team follows a well-defined process, with tasks and milestones that cycle regularly to ensure progress.
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