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palanquin

 

[ หˆpรฆl.ษ™n.kwiหn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

transportation, historical

A palanquin is a type of covered litter, a portable chair or couch, typically enclosed and carried on poles by bearers. It was commonly used in various cultures, especially in Asia, to transport nobility or high-status individuals in a dignified manner. Palanquins are often elaborately designed and can be adorned with intricate carvings and luxurious fabrics. This mode of transport provided a way for the privileged to move through cities or countryside without having to walk themselves.

Synonyms

litter, sedan, stretcher

Examples of usage

  • The queen arrived at the ceremony in a beautifully decorated palanquin.
  • In ancient India, nobles often traveled in elegantly crafted palanquins.
  • The palanquin was carried by four strong bearers through the bustling market.
  • During festivals, you could see palanquins parading through the streets.
  • Historical paintings depict palanquins as symbols of status and wealth.

Translations

Translations of the word "palanquin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น palanquim

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคพเคฒเค•เฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Palankin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ palanquin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐะปะฐะฝะบั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ palanquin

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‘ใƒฉใƒณใ‚ญใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท palquin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ palanquรญn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท palankin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒ”๋ ํ‚จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุงู„ุงู†ูƒูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ palankรฝn

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ palankรฝn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฝฟๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ palankin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ palanquin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะฐะปะฐะฝะบั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒšแƒแƒœแƒ™แƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ palanquin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ palanquรญn

Etymology

The word 'palanquin' comes from the Spanish 'palanquรญn' which is derived from the Arabic word 'balkin', meaning a portable couch. It was absorbed into English during the late 16th century, reflecting the cultural exchanges between Europe and Asia as trade expanded. Palanquins became popular in various parts of the world, including India, China, and Japan, due to the status they conferred upon their passengers. Historically, these vehicles were often made from wood and covered with rich fabrics, symbolizing the wealth and power of the user. Even today, palanquins are sometimes still used in traditional ceremonies and festivals, preserving their cultural significance.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,076 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.