Kickstand
/ˈkɪkˌstænd/ noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
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 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 A folding bar to prop up a mobile phone, tablet or similar device when it is being used on a surface.
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All antonymsEtymology
From kick + stand (the bar is typically kicked into place with the foot, and enables the vehicle to stand).