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pillion

 

[ หˆpษชl.jษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

motorcycle seating

A pillion refers to a secondary seat or saddle on a motorcycle or bicycle, intended for a passenger. It is typically situated behind the main rider's seat. The term can also indicate a passenger who rides on this seat. Pillions are designed to ensure the comfort and safety of the passenger while riding. In certain cultures, riding pillion is common and may include safety gear for the passenger.

Synonyms

backseat, passenger seat

Examples of usage

  • She rode pillion behind her husband.
  • He installed a new pillion seat on his bike.
  • I prefer riding pillion rather than driving.
  • Make sure you hold on tight while riding pillion.

Translations

Translations of the word "pillion" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pillion

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฟเคฒเคฟเคฏเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sozius

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pillion

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะปะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pillion

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ”ใƒชใ‚ชใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pillion

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pillion

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท pillion

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”ผ๋ฆฌ์˜จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูŠู„ูŠูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pillion

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pillion

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‰ฏ้ฉพ้ฉถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pillion

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pillion

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะธะปะธะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pillion

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pillion

Word origin

The word 'pillion' originates from the early 17th century, derived from the Irish word 'pillean', which means a small cushion or a soft pad. This is rooted in the Gaelic term 'pille', meaning a pillow. Originally, a pillion was a seat for a woman on a horse, positioned behind the main rider, allowing her to ride comfortably and securely. The usage evolved with the advent of bicycles and motorcycles, where pillion seating became standardized for passengers. It is particularly popular in regions where motorcycle riding is a common mode of transportation. Over time, the term has retained its meaning, adapting to modern contexts of vehicular passenger seating.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,785, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.