car seat: Meaning and Definition of

car' seat"

Pronunciation: [key]
  1. a removable seat designed to hold a small child safely while riding in an automobile and that usually attaches to a standard seat with hooks or straps.
  2. a removable cushion or pad for a driver or passenger to sit on while traveling by automobile, to give extra height or comfort.
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