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Sheffield stand noun[ C ] UKuk /ˈʃef.iːld ˌstænd/ us /ˈʃef.iːld ˌstænd/ a metal frame, usually shaped like an upside down "U", for locking a bicycle to in public places: There are a lot of Sheffield stands to lock up bikes to in the city centre. Racks, such as the simple U-shaped Sheffield stand, are the most common form of cycle parking. A basic Sheffield stand is an inverted U-shaped metal bar fixed to the ground. Sheffield stands come in a range of styles, finishes, and materials. It is almost impossible to cycle there and there is a dire shortage of Sheffield stands. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases Bicycles backie backpedal balance bike bicycling bike path bike rack BMX chopper fixie freight bike gear ratio handlebar keirin saddle skibob stabilizer tagalong tandem training wheels trishaw |