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palankeen

 

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Noun palankeen has 1 sense
  1. palanquin, palankeen - a closed litter carried on the shoulders of four bearers
    --1 is a kind of litter

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Palankeen

A palankeen is a type of enclosed vehicle used in several countries for transportation.

Noun (popular sense):

A palankeen is a covered box-like carriage, typically carried on the shoulders of several people, used in India and other parts of Asia.

Example sentence:

As the prince made his grand entrance, he was seated comfortably in a palankeen elegantly adorned with silk curtains.

Noun (local sense):

In some regions, a palankeen is a chair or litter used for carrying sick or disabled people.

Example sentence:

The injured hiker was carried down the treacherous mountain trail in a sturdy palankeen to ensure his safety.

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