Word bank

Improve your reading skills, Memorize words and practice vocabulary

Memorized by 0+ users

riding

/ˈɹaɪdɪŋ/
Meanings
  • Verb

    The act of riding on an animal, especially a horse, bicycle, or motorbike.

    - "He enjoys riding his bike to work every day."
    - "She took riding lessons as a child."
    - "The cowboy spent hours riding his horse across the prairie."
  • Verb

    Traveling as a passenger in a vehicle.

    - "My parents used to let me ride in the front seat when I was a kid."
    - "I prefer to ride in the backseat so I can look at the scenery."
    - "The bus was overcrowded and I had to stand, I couldn't ride."
Pronunciation
  1. /ˈɹaɪdɪŋ/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1749964"
  2. /ˈɹaɪdɪŋ/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1749964"
Synonyms

do it , get it on
Rhymes
Words rhyming with riding
ride , tide , side , rideout , abide , tideout
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. riding (en) : The act of riding an animal or vehicle.

  2. riding (en) : A state of being, as of a wave or tide.

Variants
List of all variants of riding that leads to same result
riding , ridings , rid , ridable , ridden , ridden circuit , ridden for a fall , ridden herd on , ridden high , ridden shotgun , ride , ride circuit , ride for a fall , ride herd on , ride high , ride shotgun , rideable , rides , rides circuit , rides for a fall , rides herd on , rides high , rides shotgun , riding circuit , riding for a fall , riding herd on , riding high , riding shotgun , rode , rode circuit , rode herd on , rode high , rode shotgun , Riding Mountain National Park , be riding for a fall , be riding high , horseback riding , money riding , free ridden , free ride , free rider , free riders , free rides , free riding , free rode
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

ridden, riding, rides, rode

Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English rydan 'to ride, journey, travel'; related to reogan 'to ride, travel', and hrid 'a ride'.

Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

  1. Did you know that the world's longest horse race, the Mongol Derby, covers over 1,000 kilometers?

  2. The first bicycle was invented in 1817 by a German inventor named Karl Drais.

  3. The term 'motorcycle' was first used in 1894 by Hildebrand and Wolfmüller, the first serial production motorcycle.

Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

  1. horseback riding: The practice of riding a horse while mounted on its back.

  2. motorcycle riding: The act of operating a motorcycle, either for transportation or recreation.

  3. bicycle riding: The act of riding a bicycle, either for transportation or recreation.

Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Riding has been a significant part of human history, from early civilizations using horses for transportation and warfare, to the modern era with bicycles, motorbikes, and cars. Riding is also a popular recreational activity, with sports like horseback riding, motorcycle racing, and cycling.

How to Memorize "riding"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine yourself sitting on a horse, holding the reins and feeling the horse move beneath you.
    - Visualize yourself on a bicycle, pedaling and feeling the wind in your hair.
    - Imagine yourself in a car, holding the steering wheel and feeling the engine roar as you drive.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'riding' with the feeling of freedom and adventure.
    - Associate the word 'riding' with the sound of a horse's hooves or a motorcycle engine.
    - Associate the word 'riding' with the sensation of wind in your face.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the acronym RIDE: R - Ride, I - In, D - Direction, E - Enjoy.
    - Use the phrase 'Riding a bike is like riding a wave' to remember the similarities between the two.
    - Create a mental image of yourself riding a horse, bicycle, or car to help remember the definition.

Memorize "riding" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize riding is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

  1. Highlighting:

    Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.

  2. Periodic Reminders:

    Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.

Install Now