motorbike
3 synonyms for motorbike, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A motorcycle, especially a smaller or lighter one (chiefly British).
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A motorcycle, especially a smaller or lighter one (chiefly British).
“He commutes to work on a motorbike to beat the traffic.”
2. verb
To ride or travel by motorbike.
“They motorbiked across three countries last summer.”
How to use motorbike
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ride a motorbike
motorbike helmet
Etymology
From motor + bike.
Full origin of motorbike →Frequently asked questions
What does “motorbike” mean?
The word “motorbike” means a motorcycle, especially a smaller or lighter one (chiefly British). In plain terms, a motorcycle, particularly a smaller one.
How do you pronounce “motorbike”?
“Motorbike” is pronounced MOH-tuh-byk (/ˈmoʊtɚˌbaɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “motorbike” in a sentence?
Here is “motorbike” used in a sentence: “He commutes to work on a motorbike to beat the traffic.”
What part of speech is “motorbike”?
Depending on how it is used, “motorbike” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “motorbike” a common word?
“Motorbike” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “motorbike” have?
“Motorbike” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a motorcycle, especially a smaller or lighter one (chiefly British).
