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kickstand

Pronunciation: /ˈkɪkˌstænd/

The English word “kickstand” has 2 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A levered bar that can be folded down from the frame of a bicycle or motorcycle to prop it upright when not being ridden.
  2. A folding bar to prop up a mobile phone, tablet or similar device when it is being used on a surface.

Etymology

From kick + stand (the bar is typically kicked into place with the foot, and enables the vehicle to stand).

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