Meaning of the word tandem in English

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

tandem

US /ˈtæn.dəm/
UK /ˈtæn.dəm/
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Noun

1.

a bicycle designed for two riders, one behind the other

Example:
They rode a tandem along the beach.
Learning to ride a tandem requires coordination.
2.

a two-wheeled carriage drawn by two horses harnessed one before the other

Example:
The old painting showed a noble couple riding in a tandem carriage.

Adverb

alongside each other; together

Example:
The two departments work in tandem on this project.
The police and the community worked in tandem to reduce crime.
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