Meaning of the word giro in English

What does giro mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

giro

US /ˈdʒaɪ.roʊ/
UK /ˈdʒaɪ.rəʊ/
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Noun

1.

a system of payment whereby money is transferred from one account to another using a bank or post office

Example:
I received my salary by giro this morning.
You can pay your bills by giro at the post office.
2.

a bicycle race, especially a long-distance one

Example:
He dreams of winning the Giro d'Italia one day.
The cyclists prepared for the grueling mountain stages of the Giro.