noun
- covered litters or sedan chairs carried on poles by bearers, traditionally used for transportation in Asia and other regions
Usage: historical; plural form of palanquin
Examples
- The wealthy merchants traveled through the city in ornate palanquins.
- Four bearers carried the palanquins through the narrow mountain paths.
- Ancient palanquins were often decorated with silk curtains and gold trim.
- The museum displayed several historical palanquins from different Asian cultures.
- Royal palanquins were symbols of status and power in many traditional societies.
- The procession included colorful palanquins carrying important dignitaries.