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Definition of pannier

pannier

/ˈpænjər/
pan · nier
Plural:panniers
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• noun

1

A basket, bag, or box, typically one of a pair, carried on either side of the rear wheel of a bicycle or motorcycle, or slung over the back of a pack animal.

Example

"Before setting off on their cross-country cycling tour, they packed their camping gear evenly into the waterproof rear panniers."

2

A framework of whalebone, cane, or wire formerly worn by women under a skirt to extend its width at the hips, particularly in the 18th century.

Example

"The museum's historical costume exhibit featured an elaborate court gown supported by wide side panniers."

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• Nearby Words

panj
panko
panna cotta
pannier
panoply
panorama
panoramic

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed into Middle English from Old French 'panier', from Latin 'panarium' meaning 'breadbasket', derived from 'panis' ('bread').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pannier. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pannier
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