handlebar
noun
han·dle·bar
ˈhan-dᵊl-ˌbär 
: a straight or bent bar with a handle at each end
specifically
: one used to steer a bicycle or similar vehicle
—usually used in plural
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The feeling of gripping the handlebars and the wind blowing simultaneously activate sensory regions of the brain, further enhancing the memory trace.
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William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Comfort There’s nothing worse than splurging on a quality exercise bike, only to realize the seat feels like a wooden plank or the handlebars are stuck in an awkward position.
—Danielle Dimeglio, SELF, 31 Oct. 2024
The ebike lacks the kind of multi-function display found mounted to the handlebars of many competitors, but there is a controller installed on the top bar to select assistance level, activate the lights and turn on Bluetooth for connectivity to Mahle's MySmartBike app.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2024
The Hatch Rest Go comes with a ring clip to attach to a stroller or an infant car seat’s handlebar (but check your car seat’s manual first to confirm the attachment is allowed).
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 24 Sep. 2024
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William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Comfort There’s nothing worse than splurging on a quality exercise bike, only to realize the seat feels like a wooden plank or the handlebars are stuck in an awkward position.
—Danielle Dimeglio, SELF, 31 Oct. 2024
The ebike lacks the kind of multi-function display found mounted to the handlebars of many competitors, but there is a controller installed on the top bar to select assistance level, activate the lights and turn on Bluetooth for connectivity to Mahle's MySmartBike app.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2024
The Hatch Rest Go comes with a ring clip to attach to a stroller or an infant car seat’s handlebar (but check your car seat’s manual first to confirm the attachment is allowed).
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 24 Sep. 2024
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“Handlebar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handlebar. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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handlebar
noun
han·dle·bar
ˈhan-dᵊl-ˌbär
: a bar with a handle (as for steering a bicycle) at each end
—usually used in plural
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