rider

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Formal · Technical

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

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

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

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

Informal

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

n. a passenger on a public transport vehicle.

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

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

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