rides (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /raɪdz/
Meaning 1: Transportation
A journey on a horse, bicycle, or other vehicle, or a trip on a public transport system.
Examples
She loves going on long bike rides in the countryside.
The children were thrilled by the carousel rides at the fair.
He offered me a ride home after the party.
Meaning 2: Amusement Park
A machine or structure at an amusement park or fair that people ride on for entertainment.
Examples
The roller coaster is one of the most popular rides.
We waited in line for an hour to get on that ride.
The children loved the gentle carousel rides.
Meaning 3: Informal
A lift or lift in a vehicle.
Examples
Can you give me a ride to the station?
I got a ride with Sarah to the concert.
He's always happy to offer a ride to his neighbors.
How to Use rides
- ride in (prepositional phrase)
- To travel inside a vehicle. — "It's fun to ride in a convertible on a sunny day."
- ride on (prepositional phrase)
- To sit on and control the movement of something, like a bicycle or horse. — "She learned to ride on a pony when she was very young."
- ride with (prepositional phrase)
- To travel in a vehicle with someone else driving. — "I'll ride with you if you're going to the same place."
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