A child’s stroller where the child sits upright.
Pushchair
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Pushchair, that is."
"I've never seen such a Pushchair in all my life."
Etymology & History
British term for a lightweight folding baby stroller, emerged in the 1960s-70s when more portable baby transport became popular. Americans use 'stroller', while British English distinguishes between 'prams' (larger, lay-flat) and 'pushchairs' (upright, portable).
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
1960s
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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