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Definition of pillion

pillion

/ˈpɪl.jən/
pil · lion
Plural:pillions
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pillion Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A seat or cushion for a passenger behind the main seat on a motorcycle or behind a saddle on a horse.

Example

"He strapped his travel bag securely to the pillion of his motorcycle before setting off."

• adverb

1

British On a passenger seat behind the main rider of a motorcycle or horse.

Example

"She rode pillion behind her brother as they toured the coastal highway."

• Rhymes for pillion

• Nearby Words

pillared
pillbox
pillbug
pillion
pillow
pillowcase
pillowslip

Word Origin & Etymology

Entered English in the late 15th century from Scottish Gaelic 'pillean' or Irish 'pilliún' (meaning 'little rug' or 'pack-saddle'), ultimately derived from Latin 'pellis' ('skin' or 'hide').

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