Noun: pannier pan-yu(r) or pa-nee-u(r) [N. Amer], pa-nee-u(r) [Brit]
- A large basket (usually one of a pair) carried by a beast of burden or on by a person
"The donkey carried panniers filled with fresh produce to the market"
- Either of a pair of bags or boxes hung over the rear wheel of a vehicle (as a bicycle)
"The cyclist stored his camping gear in the panniers attached to his bike"
- Set of small hoops used to add fullness over the hips
"The 18th-century dress featured panniers to create a wide silhouette"
Derived forms: panniers
Type of: bag, hoop, wicker basket
Encyclopedia: Pannier, Anthony