cycle · noun C /ˈsɑɪ.kəl/Full view
cycle (SERIES OF EVENTS)
B2 a series of events which happen in a particular order and are often repeated
Dictionary example:

the life cycle of a moth

Learner example:

So, the main disadvantage of zoos is that they put animals away from something which belongs to the natural cycle of life. (First Certificate in English; B2; Italian)

cycle (BICYCLE)
B2 a bicycle
Dictionary example:

a cycle route/ride

Learner example:

I am writing about our cycle routes. (First Certificate in English; B2; Chinese)

cycle · verb I /ˈsɑɪ.kəl/
cycle
B1 to ride a bicycle
Dictionary example:

I usually walk or cycle to work.

Learner example:

We cycled around Hungary. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Hungarian)

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