noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 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. 2
   a swiveling metal rod attached to a bicycle or motorcycle or other two-wheeled vehicle; the rod lies horizontally when not in use but can be kicked into a vertical position as a support to hold the vehicle upright when it is not being ridden wordnet
3. 3
   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).

Related phrases

mobile phone

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