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pannier

/ˈpæn.ɪ.ə/ /ˈpæn.i.ɚ/

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noun

A large basket or bag fastened, usually in pairs, to the back of a bicycle or pack animal, or carried in pairs over the shoulders.

Examples :

"The farmer used panniers to carry his produce to market. "

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noun

A decorative basket for the display of flowers or fruits.

Examples :

"The florist filled the wicker pannier with bright red roses for the window display. "

utensil style item building architecture

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noun

One of a pair of hoops used to expand the volume of a woman's skirt to either side.

Examples :

"The historical reenactor's dress included a wide skirt shaped by a hidden pannier on each hip. "

appearance style wear culture item

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noun

Examples :

"The bakery truck delivered a large pannier filled with fresh baguettes to the restaurant. "

food utensil item

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noun

A piece of basketwork for protecting archers, or, filled with gravel or sand, for forming and protecting embankments, etc.

Examples :

"Workers placed a heavy pannier filled with sand along the riverbank to reinforce the eroding soil. "

architecture material military