English Reference
noun

rider

n.
US /ˈɹaɪdɝ/ UK /ɹˈaɪdɐ/ rid·er UK spelling riders

  1. 01 A2 Elementary

    a person who is riding a horse, a bicycle, or a motorcycle.

    a person who sits on and controls an animal or a vehicle such as a bicycle or motorcycle.

    Simple

    The horse and its rider jumped over the wooden fence easily.

    In context

    The professional rider maintained a low profile on the bicycle to reduce wind resistance during the final sprint of the race.

  2. 02 C1 Advanced FormalTechnical Law

    an extra part or condition added to a contract or a legal document.

    an additional clause or amendment attached to a legislative bill or a legal contract.

    Simple

    The insurance company added a rider to the policy to cover the expensive jewelry.

    In context

    The senator attempted to attach a controversial rider to the environmental bill, hoping it would pass without a separate debate.

  3. 03 B2 Upper Intermediate Informal Music

    a list of things that a singer or band asks for at a concert venue, like specific food or equipment.

    a set of requests or requirements that a performer provides to a venue as part of their contract.

    Simple

    The rock band's rider included a request for twenty bottles of water and fresh fruit.

    In context

    The venue manager spent the morning sourcing the specific vintage amplifiers requested in the lead guitarist's technical rider.

  4. 04 B1 Intermediate American English

    a person who travels on a bus, train, or subway.

    a passenger on a public transport vehicle.

    Simple

    The city is trying to make the subway cheaper for daily riders.

    In context

    Surveys indicate that bus riders are increasingly dissatisfied with the frequency of service during peak commuting hours.

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Level A2 · Elementary
Frequency Common
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