cycle (Meaning)
cycle (n)
an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs
a series of poems or songs on the same theme
a periodically repeated sequence of events
the unit of frequency; one hertz has a periodic interval of one second (named for Heinrich Rudolph Hertz)
a single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon
a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals
cycle (v)
cause to go through a recurring sequence
pass through a cycle
ride a motorcycle
ride a bicycle
recur in repeating sequences
cycle (n.)
A series of operations in which heat is imparted to (or taken away from) a working substance which by its expansion gives up a part of its internal energy in the form of mechanical work (or being compressed increases its internal energy) and is again brought back to its original state.
A complete positive and negative wave of an alternating current; one period. The number of cycles (per second) is a measure of the frequency of an alternating current.
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cycle Sentence Examples
- The Earth's water cycle constantly purifies and redistributes water across the planet.
- The relentless cycle of day and night dictates our sleep-wake patterns.
- To stay healthy, it's important to include a balanced cycle of exercise and rest in your routine.
- The washing machine spins through its rinse and spin cycle with a satisfying hum.
- Economic cycles of boom and bust are a natural part of a market economy.
- The butterfly's life cycle, from caterpillar to chrysalis to winged beauty, is a marvel of nature.
- The ancient Egyptians believed in the cycle of death and rebirth, with the afterlife mirroring earthly life.
- Breaking a bad habit requires interrupting the cycle of negative thoughts and actions.
- Many cultures celebrate the cycle of the seasons with festivals and traditions.
- Sending a spacecraft into orbit means it's trapped in a never-ending cycle around the Earth.
FAQs About the word cycle
an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs, a series of poems or songs on the same theme, a periodically repeated sequence of events, the un
wheel, circle, round, progression, zodiac, pattern, merry-go-round, syndrome,course, loop
flash, moment, split second, minute, flash, moment, instant, second, minute, instant
The Earth's water cycle constantly purifies and redistributes water across the planet.
The relentless cycle of day and night dictates our sleep-wake patterns.
To stay healthy, it's important to include a balanced cycle of exercise and rest in your routine.
The washing machine spins through its rinse and spin cycle with a satisfying hum.
