scooter

[ˈskuːtər]

scooter Definition

  • 1a small-wheeled vehicle propelled by pushing with one foot on a horizontal surface, with handlebars for steering
  • 2a child's toy consisting of a footboard mounted on two wheels and a long steering handle, propelled by resting one foot on the footboard and pushing the other against the ground

Using scooter: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scooter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I ride my scooter to work every day.

  • Example

    The children were playing with their scooters in the park.

  • Example

    He fell off his scooter and scraped his knee.

scooter Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for scooter

Phrases with scooter

  • a brand of kick scooter that has become popular among children and teenagers

    Example

    He got a new Razor scooter for his birthday.

  • a motorized version of a kick scooter that is powered by an electric motor

    Example

    She rented an electric scooter to explore the city.

  • a group of people who ride scooters together, often for fun or as a hobby

    Example

    They formed a scooter gang and rode around the city on weekends.

Origins of scooter

from Dutch 'schooter', meaning 'shooter'

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Summary: scooter in Brief

A 'scooter' [ˈskuːtər] is a small-wheeled vehicle with handlebars for steering, propelled by pushing with one foot on a horizontal surface. It can also refer to a child's toy consisting of a footboard mounted on two wheels and a long steering handle. Examples include 'I ride my scooter to work every day.' and 'The children were playing with their scooters in the park.' Phrases like 'razor scooter' and 'electric scooter' denote specific types of scooters.

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