palanquin
3 synonyms for palanquin, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An enclosed litter, carried on poles by bearers, historically used to transport a passenger.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Portuguese palanquim, from Odia pālaṅki, ultimately from Sanskrit meaning "bed" or "couch."
Full origin of palanquin →Frequently asked questions
What does “palanquin” mean?
The word “palanquin” means an enclosed litter, carried on poles by bearers, historically used to transport a passenger. In plain terms, a covered seat or bed on poles, carried by people, used historically in parts of Asia.
How do you pronounce “palanquin”?
“Palanquin” is pronounced paluhn-KEEN (/ˌpælənˈkin/ in IPA).
How do you use “palanquin” in a sentence?
Here is “palanquin” used in a sentence: “The bride was carried to the temple in a decorated palanquin.”
What part of speech is “palanquin”?
“Palanquin” is a noun.
Where does the word “palanquin” come from?
The word “palanquin” comes from Portuguese. From Portuguese palanquim, from Odia pālaṅki, ultimately from Sanskrit meaning "bed" or "couch.".
