plural scooters
1
a
: a vehicle ridden while standing that consists of a narrow footboard mounted between or atop two wheels tandem that has an upright steering handle attached to the front wheel, and that is moved by pushing with one foot
What pleases parents is the addition of hand brakes, which make today's scooters relatively safe.—
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b
: a similar vehicle propelled by an electric motor
The rules are part of the city's attempts to cope with the rapid influx of scooters that have proven wildly popular but also raised safety concerns as they zip around at 20 mph, weaving between pedestrians or darting into traffic.—Ely Portillo
Ely Portillocalled also electric scooter, e-scooter
2
3
: a single-person vehicle ridden while seated that usually has three or four wheels and an open body framework, is typically propelled by an electric motor, and is used especially by those with impaired mobility
… where students with the most severe physical challenges—all use motorized wheelchairs or scooters—live on the first floor.—Jodi S. Cohen
Jodi S. Cohencalled also mobility scooter
Examples of scooter in a Sentence
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The rear passenger of each scooter opened fire on the group, Gurley said, shooting 10 rounds.
—Victoria Arancio, ABC News, 16 Apr. 2024
Researchers now find most meteorites by driving around on snow scooters.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 11 Apr. 2024
The City plans to add e-bikes, scooters and vehicles too.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2024
With an adjustable handlebar height and a capacity of up to 110 pounds, the scooter will grow with your child for years.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 8 Apr. 2024
Small trampolines, swings, scooters and other activities that regulate his nervous system will feel like a relief to both you and your child.
—Meghan Leahy, Washington Post, 3 Apr. 2024
Over the course of an episode, love seemed to be blooming for the pair amid their youthful excursions, which included pinball dates, scooter rides and splashing in kiddie pools.
—Nicole Briese, Peoplemag, 3 Apr. 2024
Rates: From $149 per night Resort Fee: $30 per night; covers one grab 'n' go breakfast entrée per day at the Catbird Kitchen; coffee and tea in the lobby; access to the rooftop hot tub; Wi-Fi; access to laundry; fitness center; and playroom equipment (bikes, scooters).
—Chadner Navarro, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2024
He was seen at Tuesday’s practice wearing a boot and riding a scooter.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2024
Victoria Arancio, ABC News, 16 Apr. 2024
Researchers now find most meteorites by driving around on snow scooters.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 11 Apr. 2024
The City plans to add e-bikes, scooters and vehicles too.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2024
With an adjustable handlebar height and a capacity of up to 110 pounds, the scooter will grow with your child for years.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 8 Apr. 2024
Small trampolines, swings, scooters and other activities that regulate his nervous system will feel like a relief to both you and your child.
—Meghan Leahy, Washington Post, 3 Apr. 2024
Over the course of an episode, love seemed to be blooming for the pair amid their youthful excursions, which included pinball dates, scooter rides and splashing in kiddie pools.
—Nicole Briese, Peoplemag, 3 Apr. 2024
Rates: From $149 per night Resort Fee: $30 per night; covers one grab 'n' go breakfast entrée per day at the Catbird Kitchen; coffee and tea in the lobby; access to the rooftop hot tub; Wi-Fi; access to laundry; fitness center; and playroom equipment (bikes, scooters).
—Chadner Navarro, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2024
He was seen at Tuesday’s practice wearing a boot and riding a scooter.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2024
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“Scooter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scooter. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.
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scooter
noun
scoot·er
ˈsküt-ər 
1
: a child's vehicle consisting of a narrow base between a front and a back wheel and guided by a handle attached to the front wheel
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