unicycle

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A unicycle is a single-wheeled bicycle that someone rides balancing on one wheel.

You might have seen people riding unicycles at circuses or parades - they're not easy to ride and require a lot of balance and practice. Some people learn to ride unicycles as a hobby, while others use them for performances like juggling or acrobatics. It's also possible to see kids playing with toy unicycles in parks or backyards.

How common is "unicycle"?

Word unicycle is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

noun

  • (cycling) A pedal cycle that only has one wheel.

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