English edit

Etymology edit

Deverbal from ride on.

Noun edit

ride-on (plural ride-ons)

  1. A lawn mower designed to be ridden rather than pushed.
    Synonym: riding mower
  2. A toy for a child to ride, usually resembling a real vehicle or a cartoon character.
    Coordinate term: pushalong
    • 2012, Phyllis Thomas, Indiana Off the Beaten Path: A Guide to Unique Places, page 3:
      Visitors of all ages particularly enjoy the bumper cars, coin-operated ride-ons, and arcade games. The nominal admission price includes one free ride on an antique carousel for children 2 years of age and older.

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