penny-farthing

[US]/[ˈpɛni ˈfɑːθɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈpɛni ˈfɑːrθɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A bicycle with a large front wheel and a small rear wheel.; A vintage or antique bicycle of this type.

Phrases & Collocations

penny-farthing ride

riding a penny-farthing

penny-farthing era

classic penny-farthing

owning a penny-farthing

penny-farthing design

repairing penny-farthing

penny-farthing wheel

build a penny-farthing

penny-farthing history

Example Sentences

he carefully restored the penny-farthing to its original glory.

the museum displayed a rare penny-farthing from the victorian era.

riding a penny-farthing requires considerable balance and skill.

she admired the penny-farthing's unique and striking design.

he collected vintage bicycles, including a beautifully preserved penny-farthing.

the penny-farthing's large front wheel was its most distinctive feature.

they organized a penny-farthing race at the historical festival.

the penny-farthing offered a glimpse into victorian transportation.

he bought a penny-farthing as a novelty item for his collection.

the penny-farthing's high seat made it difficult to mount and dismount.

she dressed in period clothing to match her penny-farthing.

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