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Word

biker

Phoneticsbik·er, stress on the first syllable

US/ˈbaɪkɝ/

UK/bˈaɪkɐ/

Definitions

01motorcyclist

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. someone who rides a motorcycle, especially as part of a group or as a lifestyle.

n. a person who rides a motorcycle, frequently associated with motorcycle clubs or a specific subculture.

“A group of bikers stopped at the roadside café to rest during their trip.”

“The annual charity rally attracted thousands of bikers from across the country, all riding in formation to raise money for the local hospital.”

Synonyms

02cyclist

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun Informal

n. a person who rides a bicycle.

n. a person who rides a bicycle for sport, exercise, or transportation.

“The city built new paths to keep bikers safe from the heavy traffic.”

“Local commuters and weekend bikers often share the riverside trail, which provides a scenic route away from the main roads.”

Synonyms

cyclistbicycle rider

Etymology

From bike + -er.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Exam level
CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
Frequency
Frequent
Level
B1 · Intermediate
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