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car seat
noun
: a portable seat for an infant or a small child that attaches to an automobile seat and holds the child safely
Examples of car seat in a Sentence
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The links are fun on their own or can be used to attach other toys to your car seat, stroller, diaper bag, or anything else.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 17 May 2024
When on a plane, remember that their height and weight are most important than their age in determining when to keep them in a car seat.
—Jill Robi, Parents, 18 May 2024
Free car seat safety check A free car seat installation check by the Chula Vista Fire Department is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 25 in the Macy’s parking lot at the Chula Vista Center, 555 Broadway.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2024
Found safe:Baby found alive after Amber Alert issued, mom found dead in NM park; suspect in custody
While at the scene, officers found a car seat for an infant, as well as a stroller and a small baby bottle.
—Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 7 May 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1968, in the meaning defined above
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“Car seat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/car%20seat. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.
Kids Definition
car seat
noun
: a portable seat for an infant or a small child that attaches to an automobile seat and holds the child safely
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