kickstand

[ kik-stand ]

noun

1. a device for supporting a bicycle or motorcycle when not in use, pivoted to the rear axle in such a way that it can be kicked down below the rear wheel.

kickstand

/ ˈkɪkˌstænd /

noun

1. a short metal bar attached to and pivoting on the bottom of the frame of a motorcycle or bicycle, which when kicked into a vertical position holds the stationary vehicle upright

Word History and Origins

Origin of kickstand¹

First recorded in 1945–50; kick + stand

Example Sentences

The original Switch’s Achille’s heel, a small, poorly hinged plastic kickstand, has been replaced with an adjustable rear kickstand that’s the full width of the console.

From Popular-Science

The standard switch comes with a tiny kickstand on the back so that the screen can be placed on a flat surface and the Joy-Cons can be removed for some small-screen local multiplayer.

From Popular-Science

With no included kickstand and its small display, using the Switch Lite as a monitor for local multiplayer is extremely awkward compared to the more seamless experience of the Switch.

From Popular-Science

It’s necessary because it solves the balancing issue without a kickstand, but it’s also appealing to riders who aren’t dudes in their 20s.

From TechCrunch

A built-in kickstand on the outside of the device allows it to prop itself up for when you want to use the entire screen with an external keyboard and mouse.

From Popular-Science