Ricksha (noun)

A type of conveyance for one or two people, typically pulled by a human, that was once popular in Asian countries for short trips.

Origin:

The word 'ricksha' originated from the japanese word 'jinrikisha' meaning 'man-powered vehicle'. it was introduced to english in the late 19th century.

Examples:

1. We had to take a ricksha from the train station to our hotel in India.
2. The ricksha was a common mode of transportation in the early 20th century in Japan.
3. Rickshas were replaced by automobiles and taxis in most cities by the mid-20th century.
4. In some tourist areas, rickshas are still used for scenic tours.
5. The sound of the ricksha bells ringing through the streets was a familiar one to residents of the city.