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bike noun, colloq 1 a bicycle. 2 a motorcycle. verb (biked, biking) intrans to ride a bicycle or motorcycle. biker noun 1 someone who rides a motorcycle, especially a member of a motorcycle gang or group. Austral & NZ colloq equivalent bikie. 2 rare someone who rides a bicycle. Usually called cyclist. biking noun the sport or pastime of cycling or riding a motorcycle. get off one's bike Austral slang, usually with negatives to lose control of oneself, one's temper or emotions; to go crazy Don't get off your bike, mate! get on one's bike Brit colloq to start making an effort; to get to work or take some determined action. on your bike Brit slang 1 an expression of dismissal; clear off! push off! 2 an expression of disbelief; get away!
ETYMOLOGY: 19c: colloquial short form of bicycle.
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