kickstand
pronunciation
How to pronounce kickstand in British English:
UK [ˈkɪkstænd]
How to pronounce kickstand in American English:
US [ˈkɪkˌstænd]
Word Origin
- kickstand (n.)
- "metal support for holding a bicycle upright," 1936, from kick (v.) + stand (n.). So called for the method of putting it in position.
Example
- 1. There is no hinge to keep the screen upright and the kickstand works poorly on your legs .
- 2. The surface has a built-in kickstand and magnetic cover , which also acts as a touch keyboard .
- 3. A small kickstand folds out from the back of the handset allowing you to sit the phone horizontally when watching videos or viewing photos .
- 4. Both surface models come with a kickstand allowing you to prop the tablet up and use a keyboard cover just like you would a laptop .
- 5. And microsoft has built in a standard usb port and a sturdy kickstand for typing on a desk for typing on a desk .