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Old 04-04-04, 01:31 PM
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Was talking to a couple friends the other day and the the word "Velo" came up in conversation and so did about three different definitions of it, none the same. Just what does this word really mean? Sorry, guess were just ignorant! Webster's didn't have it.?

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Originally Posted by ClevelandGuy
Was talking to a couple friends the other day and the the word "Velo" came up in conversation and so did about three different definitions of it, none the same. Just what does this word really mean?Sorry, guess were just fu#kin ignorant! Webster's didn't have it.?
Short for Velocipede
Velocipede: an early bicycle propelled by pushing the feet along the ground while straddling the vehicle---any of several early bicycles with the pedals fastened to the front wheel
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Velo is short for "speed" (Velocity)

Velocipede = speed walker..
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Originally Posted by sorebutt
Velo is short for "speed" (Velocity)

Velocipede = speed walker..
Not according to Websters Dictionary
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Well thank you all very much!
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velo is also one of the french words for "bicycle."
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In french, Vélo means Bike! As simple as that!
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From the latin Velox - swift.

Also the member name of a female track racer known to frequent bike forums.
A shortening of Velocipedio's username.
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