Definition of Kickstand

1. Noun. 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.

Group relationships: Bicycle, Bike, Cycle, Wheel, Bike, Motorcycle
Generic synonyms: Rod

Definition of Kickstand

1. Noun. A levered bar that can be folded down from the frame of a bicycle or motorcycle to prop it upright when not being ridden. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Kickstand

1. [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Kickstand

kicks arse
kicks in the pants
kicks off
kicks the habit
kicks the tyres
kickscooter
kickscooters
kickshaw
kickshaws
kickshoe
kickshoes
kicksled
kicksleds
kicksorter
kickstand (current term)
kickstands
kickstart
kickstarted
kickstarting
kickstarts
kickstool
kickstools
kicksy-wicksy
kickt
kickup
kickups
kicky
kicky-wicky
kid

Literary usage of Kickstand

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Clues to Comprehension, Grades 5-6 by Evan-Moor Educational Publishers, Sharon Rosenberger, Sarita Chávez Silverman (2002)
"Circle the word that does not belong, bridle kickstand reins saddle 4. An equestrienne is a female equestrian. Circle the word that is not a feminine form, ..."

2. From Behemoth to Microship by Steven K. Roberts (2000)
"... under low-speed conditions—or as a kickstand for parking. ("Points for style!" observed a cyclist in Wisconsin as I cruised to a stop with the gear ..."

3. Basic Phonics Skills, Level D by Martha Cheney, Hilve Firek, Jo Ellen Moore (2004)
"Greg's kickstand keeps 8. The cheerleaders are team won! . Marie 10. Beverly is tap Review: Inflectional endings make happy so talk all over our in her crib ..."

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