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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: Innovations in velomobile design are making them faster and more comfortable .
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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: The accident involved three 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 mechanic inspected the wheels to ensure they were aligned .
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to power
to power
[Verb]

to supply with the needed energy to make something work

Ex: Electric cars are powered by rechargeable batteries , making them an eco-friendly transportation option .
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to pedal
to pedal
[Verb]

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

Ex: In spinning class , participants were instructed to pedal at different intensities to simulate various terrains .
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bicycle
bicycle
[noun]

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

Ex: They are buying a new bicycle for their daughter 's birthday .
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body
body
[noun]

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

Ex: He noticed a dent in the body after the minor collision .
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rider
rider
[noun]

someone who uses a motorcycle or bicycle for transportation

Ex: The mountain trail attracted riders from all over the region .
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to protect

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

Ex: Troops have been sent to protect aid workers against attack .
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wind
wind
[noun]

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

Ex: They closed the windows to keep out the cold wind.
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light
light
[Adjective]

having very little weight and easy to move or pick up

Ex: The small toy car was light enough for a child to play with .
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material
material
[noun]

a substance from which things can be made

Ex: Glass is a transparent material made from silica and other additives , used for making windows , containers , and decorative objects .
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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: The dentist fashioned a temporary crown out of dental plastic.
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to exercise

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

Ex: We usually exercise in the morning to start our day energetically .
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covered
covered
[Adjective]

protected or shielded by something

Ex: The covered porch provided a nice spot to relax during the rain .
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smoothly
smoothly
[Adverb]

easily and without any difficulty or disruptions

Ex: He smoothly transitioned from one topic to another .
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electric motor

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

Ex: Advances in electric motor technology have improved energy efficiency .
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uphill
uphill
[Adverb]

in the direction going up a hill or slope

Ex: The cyclist pedaled uphill with great effort, but the downhill ride was worth it.
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clean
clean
[Adjective]

not causing or spreading pollution or contamination, especially radioactive contamination

Ex: The area remained clean and safe after the experiment .
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green
green
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The green building design includes features such as energy-efficient windows and water-saving fixtures .
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fuel
fuel
[noun]

any substance that can produce energy or heat when burned

Ex: The fireplace was stocked with plenty of fuel to keep us warm .
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to cause
to cause
[Verb]

to make something happen, usually something bad

Ex: Smoking is known to cause various health problems .
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pollution
pollution
[noun]

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

Ex: The pollution caused by plastic waste is a growing environmental crisis .
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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: They installed eco-friendly solar panels to lower their energy consumption .
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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 spacecraft was designed to reduce air resistance and maximize fuel efficiency .
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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 noticed a slight wobble in the handlebar, which he had to fix before his next 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: She steered the plane smoothly onto the runway for landing .
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weather
weather
[noun]

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

Ex: We had to cancel our outdoor plans due to the stormy weather.
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windy
windy
[Adjective]

having a lot of strong winds

Ex: The windy weather is perfect for flying kites .
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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 they were warned , they went swimming in the dangerous currents .
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common
common
[Adjective]

frequently found, happening, or seen

Ex: It 's common to see tourists in the city during the summer .
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to get around

to move or travel from one place to another

Ex: We used a map to get around the unfamiliar neighborhood .
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