keir

Meanings

• noun

  A type of bicycle frame, particularly popular in Scotland and Northern Europe, characterized by its narrow top tube and long seat stays.

  - "The Keir track bicycle is used in velodrome racing."
  - "Keir bikes have a distinctive frame design."

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Variants

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cir , circ

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Etymology

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Originated from the Scottish Gaelic word 'caireadh' meaning 'to bend or curve'.

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Trivia

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1. Keir bikes were once the preferred choice for professional cyclists in the Tour de France.

2. The Keir track bicycle was named after Sir Keir MacAlister, a Scottish cycling pioneer.

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Related Concepts

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1. velodrome: An enclosed track for bicycle racing.

2. track cycling: A form of competitive cycling on a velodrome track.

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Culture

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The Keir bicycle design gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries due to its strength and agility, making it a favorite among cyclists in Scotland and Northern Europe.

How to Memorize "keir"

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   - Visualize a narrow top tube and long seat stays on a bicycle frame.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the Keir bicycle design with Scotland and Northern Europe.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember 'Keir' as a 'curvy' bicycle frame design.

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