cycle

Definitions of cycle in various dictionaries:

noun - an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs

noun - a series of poems or songs on the same theme

noun - a periodically repeated sequence of events

noun - the unit of frequency

noun - a single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon

noun - a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals

verb - cause to go through a recurring sequence

verb - pass through a cycle

verb - ride a motorcycle

verb - ride a bicycle

verb - recur in repeating sequences

An interval of time during which a characteristic, often regularly repeated event or sequence of events occurs: Sunspots increase and decrease in intensity in an 11-year cycle.

A single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon: A year constitutes a cycle of the seasons.

A periodically repeated sequence of events: the cycle of birth, growth, and death; a cycle of reprisal and retaliation.

The orbit of a celestial body.

A long period of time; an age.

The aggregate of traditional poems or stories organized around a central theme or hero: the Arthurian cycle.

A series of poems or songs on the same theme: Schubert’s song cycles.

A bicycle, motorcycle, or similar vehicle.

A circular or whorled arrangement of flower parts such as those of petals or sepals.

To occur in or pass through a cycle.

To move in or as if in a cycle.

To use in or put through a cycle: cycled the heavily soiled laundry twice; cycling the recruits through eight weeks of basic training.

verb - to ride a bicycle