1. Plural of pullman; a type of railroad sleeping car or passenger car with comfortable accommodations.
Usage: Often capitalized as 'Pullmans' when referring to the original Pullman Company cars.; Primarily historical; less common in modern usage.
2. Plural of pullman; a large suitcase or traveling bag, typically on wheels.
Usage: Informal usage; more common in British English.

Examples

• The luxury train featured several pullmans with sleeping berths for overnight passengers.
• Travelers in the early 20th century preferred pullmans for long-distance rail journeys.
• She packed her pullmans carefully before the trip.
• The vintage pullmans on display at the railway museum attracted many visitors.
• Pullmans revolutionized rail travel by offering comfortable sleeping accommodations.