rider

noun

rid·​er ˈrī-dər How to pronounce rider (audio)
Synonyms of ridernext
1
: one that rides
2
a
: an addition to a document (such as an insurance policy) often attached on a separate piece of paper
b
: a clause appended to a legislative bill to secure a usually distinct object
3
: something used to overlie another or to move along on another piece
riderless
ˈrī-dər-ləs How to pronounce rider (audio)
adjective

Examples of rider in a Sentence

Watch out for bike riders while driving. She added a rider to her life insurance policy that increased her coverage. Congress added a rider to the health insurance bill.
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Pittsburgh's newest antihero is a petulant pickle reminding public transit riders to be a little more considerate of fellow commuters. — Chrissy Suttles, Axios, 14 Mar. 2025 Known for his meticulous attention to detail, Sylvester reimagines the silhouette through the lens of ‘motion,’ bringing a BMX rider’s perspective to a classic design. — Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025 More than a dozen speakers are mounted beyond the big screen, and there are onboard speakers behind each rider, Carr said. — Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025 An officer chasing unlicensed motorcyclists killed a rider after swerving into him, body-camera footage shows. — Eric Umansky, ProPublica, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rider

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of rider was in the 14th century

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rider

noun
rid·​er ˈrīd-ər How to pronounce rider (audio)
1
: one that rides
2
a
: an addition to a document
b
: an additional clause to a legislative bill
3
: something that lies over or moves along on another piece
the scale had riders to measure weight
riderless
-ləs How to pronounce rider (audio)
adjective

Legal Definition

rider

noun
rid·​er
1
: an addition to a document (as an insurance policy) often attached on a separate piece of paper
2
: a clause or provision appended to a legislative bill to obtain a usually distinct object

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