kickstand

noun — 2 senses

kickstand

noun

US /ˈkɪkˌstænd/

Etymology From kick + stand (the bar is typically kicked into place with the foot, and enables the vehicle to stand).

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 folding bar to prop up a mobile phone, tablet or similar device when it is being used on a surface.

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