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Definition of moped

moped

/ˈmoʊ.pɛd/
mo · ped
Plural:mopeds
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• noun

1

A lightweight, low-power motorized bicycle or small motorcycle, traditionally equipped with bicycle-like pedals for starting or auxiliary propulsion.

Example

"She rented a moped to easily navigate the narrow, winding streets of the coastal town."

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Word Nuance & Usage

As a noun referring to the vehicle, 'moped' is pronounced with two syllables (MO-ped). It is a heteronym of the identical spelling 'moped' (pronounced with one syllable), which is the past tense of the verb 'mope'.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Swedish 'moped', coined in 1952 by journalist Harald Nielsen as a portmanteau of the Swedish words 'motor' and 'pedaler' (pedals).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Moped. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/moped
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