velocipede

• Nom désignant un ancien type de bicyclette à pédales sur la roue avant, ou un véhicule à trois roues actionné par des pédales.

A noun referring to an early type of bicycle with pedals attached to the front wheel, or a three-wheeled vehicle propelled by foot pedals.

1. Early BicycleC1formal

   An early type of bicycle, typically with pedals attached directly to the front wheel.

   Vélocipède (bicyclette primitive)

   • The velocipede was a popular mode of transport in the 19th century.
   • He collected antique velocipedes from the 1860s.
   • Riding a velocipede required a good sense of balance.

   Synonymesboneshakerhobbyhorse

2. Three-Wheeled VehicleC1formal

   A vehicle with three wheels that is propelled by foot pedals, often used by children or for recreation.

   Tricycle à pédales

   • The child rode a red velocipede around the park.
   • Velocipedes are sometimes used in parades for their nostalgic appeal.
   • He built a custom velocipede with a basket for carrying groceries.

   Synonymestricycletrike