Pushchair
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpʊʃ.t͡ʃɛə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pushchair is a noun meaning (UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) A small carriage in which a baby or child sits and is pushed around.
Meaning
(UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) A small carriage in which a baby or child sits and is pushed around.
Example Sentences
He reversed the pushchair out of the shop and continued towards his errands.
The Key Train Requirements document, released in July by the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB), includes a new clause covering people travelling with pushchairs. It highlights the need for space in carriages for unfolded pushchairs or prams, separate from areas for wheelchairs and cycles. It also recommends extending seat reservations to include pram spaces.
Word Forms
- pushchairs
Synonyms for pushchair
Depending on context, synonyms include stroller, pram, perambulator, pusher, go-cart.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include stroller, perambulator, pram, go-cart, pusher, praam.
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Sources & Attribution
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