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- Dictionarycycle/ˈsʌɪkl/
noun
- 1. a series of events that are regularly repeated in the same order: "the recurrent cycle of harvest failure, food shortages, and price increases" Similar
- 2. a complete set or series: "the painting is one of a cycle of seven" Similar
verb
- 1. ride a bicycle: "she cycled to work every day"
- 2. move in or follow a regularly repeated sequence of events: "economies cycle regularly between boom and slump"
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The meaning of CYCLE is an interval of time during which a sequence of a recurring succession of events or phenomena is completed. How to use cycle in a sentence.
CYCLE definition: 1. a bicycle: 2. a series of events that happen in a particular order, one following the other…. Learn more.
A cycle is a series of events or processes that is repeated again and again, always in the same order. ...the life cycle of the plant. [ + of] The figures marked the final low point of the present economic cycle. They must break out of the cycle of violence. 5. countable noun [usually plural]
A cycle is a series of events that happen repeatedly in the same order. Or, it is a slang term for a bicycle. If you ride a cycle to work, we suggest putting your clothes through the wash cycle twice — or wear strong cologne.
Definition of cycle noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. a recurring period of time in which certain events or phenomena occur and reach completion or repeat themselves in a regular sequence. 2. a completed series of events that follows or is followed by another series of similar events occurring in the same sequence. 3. the time taken or needed for one such series.
a round of years or a recurring period of time, especially one in which certain events or phenomena repeat themselves in the same order and at the same intervals. any long period of years; age. a bicycle, motorcycle, tricycle, etc.
Cycle definition: An interval of time during which a characteristic, often regularly repeated event or sequence of events occurs.
cycle meaning, definition, what is cycle: a number of related events that happen a...: Learn more.
n. [ countable] any complete round or repeating series of events: the cycle of the four seasons. a recurring period of time, esp. one in which certain events repeat themselves: a cycle of no more than 50 seconds. Transport a bicycle, motorcycle, tricycle, or the like.
