What two words did the word moped come from?

The Word "moped" originates from two Words, "motorized pedestrian". It was formed to describe the method of transporting a pedestrian using a small motor but without a manual gear system.

When the moped was first developed it was made with a very simple mechanism which allowed the rider to move from point to point in a economic and enjoyable manner. The system required limited skill so no official testing was needed.

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