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Definition of: palanquin
(pal′ən·kēn′) noun
A type of covered litter used as a means, of conveyance in the Orient, borne by poles on the shoulders of two or more men. Also pal′an·keen′. [<Pg. palanquim <Javanese pëla
gki <Skt. palyaka, var. of paryaka bed]
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