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Velocipede (Noun)

Any of several early bicycles with pedals on the front wheel.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The velocipede was a precursor to the modern bicycle, with its pedals attached directly to the front wheel.
He spent hours in the garage restoring his grandfather's old velocipede to its former glory.
The museum exhibit featured a replica of an 1860s velocipede, complete with wooden frame and iron wheels.
As she rode the velocipede through the park, she felt a sense of freedom and exhilaration.
The inventor's early design for a velocipede was rejected by several manufacturers before he finally found a willing partner.

A vehicle with three wheels that is moved by foot pedals.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The inventor's latest creation was a sleek velocipede with a shiny chrome frame and comfortable leather seat.
As a child, she loved riding her velocipede through the park on sunny afternoons.
The museum exhibit featured a beautifully restored velocipede from the late 19th century.
He struggled to balance on the velocipede at first, but soon got the hang of it and was gliding smoothly.
The velocipede was a popular mode of transportation in the city before the advent of automobiles.