English

A monocycle in a parade.

Noun

monocycle ‎(plural monocycles)

Benzene, a representative monocycle.

1. A unicycle or monowheel; often specifically a unicycle with the rider seated inside the wheel.
2. (organic chemistry) An aromatic compound containing a single ring.
3. (communication) The first derivative of a Gaussian, often used as an impulse signal.

Derived terms

Related terms

• bicycle
• tricycle
• tetracycle

French

Etymology

mono- +‎ cycle

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /mɔ.nɔ.sikl/

Noun

monocycle m ‎(plural monocycles)

1. unicycle (one-wheeled pedaled cycle)

Derived terms

• monocycliste