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Definition of kickstand

kickstand

/ˈkɪk.stænd/
kick · stand
Plural:kickstands
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kickstand Lexical Profile

kickstand Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A small foldout support on the back of a portable electronic device or protective case used to prop it up at a viewing angle.

Example

"The tablet case features a built-in kickstand so you can watch videos hands-free on a desk."

2

A pivoted metal rod or bar attached to a bicycle or motorcycle frame that can be flipped down with the foot to hold the vehicle upright when stationary.

Example

"She flipped down the kickstand and parked her bicycle beside the library entrance."

Synonyms
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• Rhymes for kickstand

• Nearby Words

kickflip
kickoff
kicks
kickstand
kickstart
kid
kidder

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the early 20th century, this American English compound combines 'kick' and 'stand,' referring to the rider's use of the foot to flip the support bar down or up.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kickstand. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 1, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kickstand
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