cycle
UK: ˈsaɪk(ə)l | US: ˈsaɪk(ə)l
n. a series of events that repeat in a regular order
n. a complete rotation or revolution
vt. to move in or pass through cycles
The word "cycle" originates from the Greek "kyklos" (κύκλος), meaning "circle" or "wheel." The Latin adaptation "cyclus" preserved this meaning, and by the late Middle English period, it evolved into "cycle," retaining its core idea of circular motion or repetition. The morpheme "cycl" directly reflects the Greek root, while the silent "e" is a common suffix in English nouns derived from Latin or Greek.
The water cycle is essential for life on Earth.
She cycles to work every morning to stay fit.
The washing machine completes a full cycle in 30 minutes.
History often moves in cycles of growth and decline.
The moon’s cycle affects ocean tides.