donorcycle

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Blend of donor +‎ motorcycle; see organ donor. The term apparently originates from emergency room personnel who often see motorcycle accident victims. It alludes to the high percentage of donated organs that come from motorcyclists.

Noun[edit]

donorcycle (plural donorcycles)

  1. (medical slang, derogatory) A motorcycle ridden by someone who is likely to die due to either recklessness or the inherent risk of riding a motorcycle.