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Non-motorized Vehicles Vocabulary - Velomobile

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Non-motorized Vehicles Vocabulary
velomobile

a pedal-powered vehicle like a bike, but it has a cover to protect the rider and make it go faster

Ex: He commutes to work every day in his sleek, aerodynamic velomobile. 
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vehicle
vehicle
[noun]

a means of transportation used to carry people or goods from one place to another, typically on roads or tracks

Ex: Cars, buses, and trucks are all types of vehicles. 
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wheel
wheel
[noun]

any of the circular objects typically found under vehicles like cars, bicycles, buses, etc., used to make movement possible by turning

Ex: The car’s wheels were spinning fast as it accelerated. 
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to power
to power
[Verb]

to supply with the needed energy to make something work

Ex: Solar panels are used to power many homes in the neighborhood, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. 
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to pedal
to pedal
[Verb]

to propel and operate a bicycle or other pedal-powered vehicle

Ex: Every morning, she pedals her bike to work, enjoying the fresh air and exercise on her commute. 
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bicycle
bicycle
[noun]

a vehicle with two wheels that we ride by pushing its pedals with our feet

Ex: He enjoys going on long bicycle rides in the countryside. 
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body
body
[noun]

the main exterior structure of a vehicle that includes the doors, roof, and panels

Ex: The car's body was made of lightweight aluminum. 
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rider
rider
[noun]

someone who uses a motorcycle or bicycle for transportation

Ex: The rider zipped through traffic on his motorcycle. 
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to protect

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

Ex: A majority of Democrats believe that such regulations protect the public. 
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wind
wind
[noun]

air that moves quickly or strongly in a current as a result of natural forces

Ex: She could hear the wind howling outside her window. 
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light
light
[Adjective]

having very little weight and easy to move or pick up

Ex: He carried a light backpack filled with his school supplies. 
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material
material
[noun]

a substance from which things can be made

Ex: Steel is a strong and durable material commonly used in the manufacturing of buildings, vehicles, and machinery. 
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plastic
plastic
[noun]

a light substance produced in a chemical process that can be formed into different shapes when heated

Ex: Many household items, such as containers and toys, are made from plastic. 
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to exercise

to do physical activities or sports to stay healthy and become stronger

Ex: He doesn't exercise as much as he should. 
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covered
covered
[Adjective]

protected or shielded by something

Ex: She wore a covered dress for the party. 
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smoothly
smoothly
[Adverb]

easily and without any difficulty or disruptions

Ex: The negotiations progressed smoothly, without any major setbacks. 
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electric motor

a device that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy, typically through electromagnetic interactions

Ex: The engineer repaired the electric motor to restore the machine's functionality. 
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uphill
uphill
[Adverb]

in the direction going up a hill or slope

Ex: They climbed uphill slowly, enjoying the breathtaking view of the valley below. 
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clean
clean
[Adjective]

not causing or spreading pollution or contamination, especially radioactive contamination

Ex: The reactor was designed to allow a clean shutdown in emergencies. 
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green
green
[Adjective]

(of a substance or product) causing no harm to the environment

Ex: The company prides itself on producing green packaging that reduces waste. 
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fuel
fuel
[noun]

any substance that can produce energy or heat when burned

Ex: Wood is a common fuel for campfires. 
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to cause
to cause
[Verb]

to make something happen, usually something bad

Ex: Please don't cause any more problems in class. 
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pollution
pollution
[noun]

a change in water, air, etc. that makes it harmful or dangerous

Ex: The pollution in the lake has made the water toxic to fish and plants. 
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eco-friendly
eco-friendly
[Adjective]

referring to products, actions, or practices that are designed to cause minimal harm to the environment

Ex: The company switched to eco-friendly packaging made from recycled materials. 
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sleek
sleek
[Adjective]

streamlined in shape or design, reducing resistance and allowing for smooth, efficient movement or appearance

Ex: The sleek, streamlined jet sliced through the sky with minimal drag. 
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handlebar
handlebar
[noun]

a bar in front of a motorcycle or bicycle that a person takes by hand to control the direction in which they want to travel

Ex: He adjusted the handlebar height to make his bike more comfortable to ride. 
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to steer
to steer
[Verb]

to control the direction of a moving object, such as a car, ship, etc.

Ex: He expertly steered the car through the winding mountain roads. 
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weather
weather
[noun]

things that are related to air and sky such as temperature, rain, wind, etc.

Ex: I check the weather forecast every morning to plan my outfit. 
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windy
windy
[Adjective]

having a lot of strong winds

Ex: He had to secure his hat due to the windy conditions. 
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even though
even though
[conjunction]

used to indicate that despite a certain fact or situation mentioned in the first clause, the second clause follows

Ex: Even though it was raining, they decided to go for a hike. 
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common
common
[Adjective]

frequently found, happening, or seen

Ex: It’s common for people to exchange holiday gifts with friends and family. 
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to get around

to move or travel from one place to another

Ex: In the city, it's easy to get around using public transportation. 
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