bicycle wheel
Definition
- Noun:
- The wheel of a bicycle: A circular component that rotates on an axle and forms part of a bicycle, typically consisting of a metal rim, wire spokes, a hub, and a pneumatic tire.
Usage
- The term "bicycle wheel" is a compound noun used to specify the type of wheel. It refers specifically to the wheel assembly designed for and used on a bicycle.
- It is typically used in contexts discussing bicycle maintenance, construction, parts, or mechanics.
Examples
- Noun:
- I need to replace the front bicycle wheel because it is bent.
- The mechanic trued the bicycle wheel to make it spin perfectly straight.
- A standard bicycle wheel has 32 or 36 spokes.
Advanced Usage
- While "bicycle wheel" itself is a specific term, it can be part of more detailed descriptions:
- radial-laced bicycle wheel
- carbon-fiber bicycle wheel
- He is an expert in bicycle wheel building.
Variants and Related Words
- Wheel: The more general term for a circular object that revolves on an axle.
- Rim: The outer circular part of a wheel on which the tire is mounted.
- Hub: The central part of a wheel, rotating on or with the axle.
- Spoke: One of the rods connecting the hub to the rim of a wheel.
- Bicycle tire: The rubber covering, often pneumatic, that fits around the wheel rim.
Synonyms
- Bike wheel (informal)
- Cycle wheel (less common)
Related Phrases
- To true a wheel: To adjust the tension of the spokes to make the wheel perfectly round and straight.
- To lace a wheel: To assemble a wheel by threading spokes through the hub and rim.
Noun
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the wheel of a bicycle
