free rides
free rides is the plural of free ride.
free rides is the third-person singular simple present indicative of free ride.
Meaning of free ride
Noun
free ride (plural free rides)
- An opportunity or benefit which has no cost, especially one enjoyed or undertaken at the expense of others.
- Previously, shoppers were given a free ride on charges until the end of the month. Now interest will start on the day of purchase on accounts with balances.1980 March 31, “The Shaky House of Cards”, in Time
- The practice of buying and selling shares or other securities without actually having the capital to cover the trade.
- A hand in which a player can remain without betting further money.
Questions about free rides
- What is free rides the plural of?
- Free rides is the plural of free ride.
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