Definition

A small, lightweight vehicle that has two wheels and can be powered by a motor or pedaled like a bicycle.

Example

He rode his moped to school every day.

Conversation

Have you seen my new moped outside?

Yeah, I saw it! It looks really cool.

Thanks! I can't wait to take it for a spin.

You should! Riding a moped is always fun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Moped → The word is a blend of 'motor' (from Latin 'motor', meaning mover) and 'pedal' (from Latin 'pedalis', meaning of the foot). A moped is a vehicle that can be powered by a motor and also has pedals for manual propulsion.

Memory Tip

Think of a vehicle that can be 'moved' ('motor') and can also be 'pedaled' ('pedal') — that's how a moped works.

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