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ride

|ride|

/raɪd/

travel on

Etymology

Etymology Information

'ride' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'rīdan,' where 'rīdan' meant 'to ride.'

Historical Evolution

'rīdan' changed from Old English to the modern English word 'ride.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to travel on horseback,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to travel on or in a vehicle or animal.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a journey made on horseback, bicycle, or in a vehicle.

We went for a ride in the countryside.

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Verb 1

to sit on and control the movement of an animal, typically a horse, or a vehicle.

She learned to ride a horse at a young age.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35