Definition of kickstand
: a swiveling metal bar or rod attached to a 2-wheeled vehicle (such as a bicycle) and used to prop up the vehicle when it is not in use
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With fenders to ward off splattering mud, a sleek rack over the rear wheel, a hefty kickstand, a big rearview mirror, grippy 2.0-inch tires, and a 55-mm front fork, there are a lot of handy commuting bells and whistles in addition to the power.
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The kickstand on the newest model is even more flexible, allowing the Surface to lie nearly flat against a table similar to a drafting board.
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Every driveway in South Brook is like that in the summer of 1974: kickstand quicksand.
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Registration is from 10 to 11:15 a.m., with kickstands up at 11:30 a.m. The ride starts from Quinn’s and visits Crooked Fence Barrelhouse, Rudy’s, Sully’s Bar and ends at Victor’s Hogs and Horns.
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The refined design, improved kickstand, and 3:2 screen gave the system a clear identity.
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Microsoft knows this, by the way; its other Surface devices feature ultra-flexible kickstands and hinges to improve pen and touch.
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Registration is from 10 to 11:15 a.m., with kickstands up at 11:30 a.m. The ride starts from Quinn’s and visits Crooked Fence Barrelhouse, Rudy’s, Sully’s Bar and ends at Victor’s Hogs and Horns.
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Check-in is at 8:45 a.m. with kickstands up at 9:45 a.m. at Rainbow Oaks, 4815 Fifth St. Last stop at sponsor Biggs Harley-Davidson, 1040 Los Vallecitos Blvd.
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Origin and Etymology of kickstand
from its being put in position by a kick
KICKSTAND Defined for English Language Learners
kickstand
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: a metal bar on a bicycle or motorcycle that swings down to hold it in an upright position when it is not in use
KICKSTAND Defined for Kids
kickstand
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: a metal bar or rod attached to a two-wheeled vehicle (as a bicycle) that is used to prop the vehicle up when it is not in use
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