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Meaning of ride
The primary meaning of the word "ride" is to sit on and control the movement of an animal, vehicle, or other conveyance.
Etymology of ride
The word "ride" originates from Old English "rīdan", which is also the source of the Modern English word "to ride".
The Old English "rīdan" is derived from the Proto-Germanic "ridjan", which is also the source of the Modern German word "reiten".
The Proto-Germanic "ridjan" is thought to be derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "reid-", which meant "to travel" or "to move".
Synonyms
travel
journey
drive
sail
fly
float
glide
slide
move
transport
convey
carry
escort
accompany
guide
lead
direct
navigate
pilot
steer
cruise
soar
hover
drift
proceed
advance
progress
trek
hike
walk
march
stride
tramp
saunter
amble
stroll
wander
roam
meander
cruise
coast
skim
sweep
glide
slide
slip
slide
slink.
Definitions
- To sit on and control the movement of an animal, especially a horse.
- To travel on or in a vehicle, especially one that is driven by someone else.
- To be carried or conveyed on a wave, current, or other moving thing.
- To sit on something, such as a bicycle or motorcycle, and control its movement.
- To overcome or withstand a difficult or challenging situation.
Usage Examples
- She loves to ride her horse through the countryside on weekends.
- The bus will ride smoothly over the new highway.
- The surfer learned to ride the waves with practice and patience.
- The company will ride out the economic downturn with its strong financial reserves.