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der Drahtesel

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2025-02-03
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Literally "wire donkey," a poetic term for bicycle. Emerged during the late 19th century when bicycles became popular as an affordable alternative to horses.

Example:

🇩🇪 - Jeden Tag fährt er mit seinem treuen Drahtesel zur Arbeit. 🇬🇧 - Every day he rides his trusty bicycle to work.