Stroller: meaning, definitions and examples
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stroller
[ ˈstroʊ.lər ]
baby transportation
A stroller is a small vehicle with four wheels that you use to push a baby or young child around in.
Synonyms
baby carriage, buggy, pushchair.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| stroller |
Commonly used in American English. It's a convenient term for everyday use when talking about taking a young child for a walk.
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| baby carriage |
This term has an old-fashioned or formal tone. It may be used more in historical contexts or in formal writing.
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| pushchair |
Primarily used in British English. It is specific to a piece of equipment designed to push a child who can sit up.
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| buggy |
Widely used in British English. It is a casual term often used for everyday mention among parents.
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Examples of usage
- Mom took the baby for a walk in the stroller.
- The stroller has a canopy to protect the baby from the sun.
- I need to fold up the stroller to put it in the car.
- The stroller has a storage basket underneath.
- The stroller is lightweight and easy to maneuver.
Translations
Translations of the word "stroller" in other languages:
🇵🇹 carrinho de bebê
🇮🇳 बच्चे की गाड़ी
🇩🇪 Kinderwagen
🇮🇩 kereta dorong bayi
🇺🇦 дитячий візок
🇵🇱 wózek dziecięcy
🇯🇵 ベビーカー
🇫🇷 poussette
🇪🇸 cochecito de bebé
🇹🇷 bebek arabası
🇰🇷 유모차
🇸🇦 عربة أطفال
🇨🇿 kočárek
🇸🇰 kočík
🇨🇳 婴儿车
🇸🇮 otroški voziček
🇮🇸 barnavagn
🇰🇿 балалар арбасы
🇬🇪 ბავშვის ეტლი
🇦🇿 uşaq arabası
🇲🇽 cochecito de bebé
Etymology
The word 'stroller' originated in the early 18th century from the verb 'stroll,' meaning to go for a leisurely walk. The concept of a wheeled vehicle for transporting babies or young children emerged in the late 19th century, evolving into the modern stroller design we know today. Strollers have become essential items for parents to conveniently transport their children while on the go.