pannier

• Nom désignant un contenant tel qu'un sac, un panier ou une caisse, généralement utilisé par paires, soit fixé sur le porte-bagages arrière d'un vélo ou d'une moto, soit posé de part et d'autre du dos d'une bête de somme, soit historiquement utilisé comme armature pour donner du volume à une jupe.

A noun referring to a container, such as a bag, basket, or box, typically carried in pairs, either hung over the rear wheel of a bicycle or motorcycle, or slung over the back of a pack animal, or historically used as a framework to add fullness to a skirt.

1. Bicycle bagB1formal

   One of a pair of bags or boxes attached to the sides of a bicycle, typically over the rear wheel, for carrying items.

   Sacoche de vélo

   • He packed his camping gear into the panniers for the long bike tour.
   • The cyclist's pannier was filled with groceries.
   • She bought a waterproof pannier for her commute.

   Synonymesbagsaddlebag

2. Carrying basketB2formal

   A large basket, often one of a pair, carried by a pack animal or by a person, used for transporting goods.

   panier (de bât)

   • The donkey carried two panniers full of vegetables to the market.
   • Hikers used panniers to carry supplies on the trail.
   • The farmer loaded the panniers with freshly picked apples.

   Synonymesbasketcreelhamper

3. Fashion accessoryC1formalbritishart

   A set of small hoops or pads worn under a skirt to add fullness over the hips, popular in historical fashion.

   Pannier (accessoire de mode)

   • The dress was designed with panniers to create a wide silhouette.
   • In the 18th century, women wore panniers under their gowns.
   • The costume included panniers to achieve the authentic historical look.