bicycle-unfriendly
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/ˈbaɪsɪkəl ʌnˈfrɛndli/
Not accommodating for bicycles
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bicycle-unfriendly' originates from the combination of 'bicycle' and 'unfriendly', where 'bicycle' refers to a two-wheeled vehicle and 'unfriendly' means not welcoming or accommodating.
Historical Evolution
'bicycle' comes from the French word 'bicyclette', and 'unfriendly' is derived from Old English 'unfrēondlīc'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'unfriendly' meant 'not friendly', and in this context, it evolved to mean 'not accommodating for bicycles'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not suitable or safe for bicycles or cyclists.
The city is considered bicycle-unfriendly due to its lack of bike lanes.
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Last updated: 2025/03/21 20:27