"cycle" | Definition and Related Words

cycle

Noun

An interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs (synset 115313066)
"the never-ending cycle of the seasons"

is a type of: interval, time interval - a definite length of time marked off by two instants

has: phase, phase angle - a particular point in the time of a cycle; measured from some arbitrary zero and expressed as an angle

same as: rhythm, round
A series of poems or songs on the same theme (synset 108394063)
"Schubert's song cycles"

is a type of: series - similar things placed in order or happening one after another
A periodically repeated sequence of events (synset 107357095)
"a cycle of reprisal and retaliation"

is a type of: repeat, repetition - an event that repeats
subtypes:
- merry-go-round - a never-ending cycle of activities and events (especially when they seem to have little purpose)
- samsara - (Hinduism and Buddhism) the endless cycle of birth and suffering and death and rebirth
The unit of frequency;
One hertz has a periodic interval of one second (named for Heinrich Rudolph Hertz) (synset 115304090)
is a type of: rate - a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit

is a part of: kc, khz, kilocycle, kilocycle per second, kilohertz - one thousand periods per second

same as: cps, cycle per second, cycles/second, hertz, hz
A single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon (synset 107355638)
"a year constitutes a cycle of the seasons"

is a type of: periodic event, recurrent event - an event that recurs at intervals
subtypes:
- cardiac cycle - the complete cycle of events in the heart from the beginning of one heart beat to the beginning of the next; an electrical impulse conducted through the heart muscle that constricts the atria which is followed by constriction of the ventricles
- carnot cycle, carnot's ideal cycle - a cycle (of expansion and compression) of an idealized reversible heat engine that does work without loss of heat
- pass - one complete cycle of operations (as by a computer)
- menstrual cycle - a recurring cycle (beginning at menarche and ending at menopause) in which the endometrial lining of the uterus prepares for pregnancy; if pregnancy does not occur the lining is shed at menstruation
same as: oscillation
A wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals (synset 102837983)
is a type of: wheeled vehicle - a vehicle that moves on wheels and usually has a container for transporting things or people
subtypes:
- bicycle-built-for-two, tandem, tandem bicycle - a bicycle with two sets of pedals and two seats
- all-terrain bike, mountain bike, off-roader - a bicycle with a sturdy frame and fat tires; originally designed for riding in mountainous country
- ordinary, ordinary bicycle - an early bicycle with a very large front wheel and small back wheel
- push-bike - a bicycle that must be pedaled
- safety bicycle, safety bike - bicycle that has two wheels of equal size; pedals are connected to the rear wheel by a multiplying gear
- velocipede - any of several early bicycles with pedals on the front wheel
has:
- bicycle seat, saddle - a seat for the rider of a bicycle
- bicycle wheel - the wheel of a bicycle
- chain - a series of (usually metal) rings or links fitted into one another to make a flexible ligament
- coaster brake - a brake on a bicycle that engages with reverse pressure on the pedals
- handlebar - the shaped bar used to steer a bicycle
- kickstand - a swiveling metal rod attached to a bicycle or motorcycle or other two-wheeled vehicle; the rod lies horizontally when not in use but can be kicked into a vertical position as a support to hold the vehicle upright when it is not being ridden
- mudguard, splash guard, splash-guard - a curved piece above the wheel of a bicycle or motorcycle to protect the rider from water or mud thrown up by the wheels
- foot lever, foot pedal, pedal, treadle - a lever that is operated with the foot
- sprocket, sprocket wheel - thin wheel with teeth that engage with a chain
same as: bicycle, bike, wheel

Verb

Cause to go through a recurring sequence (synset 202056599)
"cycle the laundry in this washing program"

is a type of: make pass, pass - cause to pass

subtypes: recycle - cause to repeat a cycle
Pass through a cycle (synset 202055194)
"This machine automatically cycles"

is a type of: pass - go across or through

subtypes: cycle on - come to the starting point of a cycle
Ride a motorcycle (synset 201939907)
entail: kick - strike with the foot

is a type of: ride - be carried or travel on or in a vehicle

same as: motorbike, motorcycle
Ride a bicycle (synset 201939335)
is a type of: ride - be carried or travel on or in a vehicle
subtypes:
- unicycle - ride a unicycle
- backpedal - pedal backwards on a bicycle
same as: bicycle, bike, pedal, wheel
Recur in repeating sequences (synset 200344425)
is a type of: recur, repeat - happen or occur again

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