safety bicycle
Plural
safety bicycles
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a type of bicycle with two wheels of the same size, featuring pedals and a chain drive, designed for stability and ease of use compared to earlier bicycle designs
A safety bicycle is a type of bicycle that was developed in the late 19th century, designed to be more stable and easier to ride than earlier models. It features two equal-sized wheels, unlike older bicycles with a large front wheel and a small rear wheel. The design includes a chain-driven mechanism, which allows the rider to pedal directly to propel the bike forward, providing a smoother and safer ride. The safety bicycle is considered the predecessor to the modern bicycle and made cycling more accessible to the general public by offering better balance and control.
- The safety bicycle revolutionized transportation in the late 19th century.
- He prefers riding a safety bicycle because of its comfortable design.
- She learned to ride a safety bicycle when she was just five years old.
- He restored a vintage safety bicycle from the early 1900s as a hobby.
- The bicycle shop specializes in repairing and selling classic safety bicycles.
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