bicycle traffic
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Definition
- Noun:
- Bicycles coming and going: The movement or flow of bicycles along a road, path, or other route. It refers to the collective presence and motion of bicycles in a particular area.
Usage
- The term is used to describe the volume, presence, or flow of bicycles as a component of overall traffic in a given location.
- It is often discussed in contexts of urban planning, road safety, and transportation infrastructure.
Examples
- Noun:
- The new bike lane has significantly increased bicycle traffic on this street.
- City planners are studying bicycle traffic patterns to improve safety at intersections.
Advanced Usage
- "to accommodate bicycle traffic": To design or modify infrastructure (like roads or bridges) to allow for the safe and efficient flow of bicycles.
- The bridge renovation will accommodate bicycle traffic with a dedicated, separated lane.
Variants and Related Words
- Cyclist (n): A person who rides a bicycle.
- The path is shared by cyclists and pedestrians.
- Bike lane / Cycle lane (n): A designated part of a road for the use of bicycles.
- A protected bike lane can encourage more bicycle traffic.
Synonyms
- Bike flow: The movement of bicycles (less common).
- Cycle traffic: An alternative term with identical meaning, more common in British English.
Related Phrases
- Peak bicycle traffic: The times of day when the flow of bicycles is heaviest.
- During peak bicycle traffic, the bike lane can get quite crowded.
- Mixed traffic: A situation where bicycles share the road with motor vehicles.
- Cyclists must be cautious in areas of mixed traffic.
Noun
- bicycles coming and going