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/præm/

baby carriage

Etymology
Etymology Information

'pram' originates from the Dutch word 'pramen', which referred to a flat-bottomed boat.

Historical Evolution

'pramen' transformed into the English word 'pram', initially used to describe a type of boat, and eventually became associated with baby carriages.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a flat-bottomed boat', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a baby carriage'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a small vehicle with four wheels in which a baby or child is pushed around.

She took the baby out for a walk in the pram.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/19 17:51