Pullman2

 
Pronunciation: /ˈpʊlmən/

noun (plural Pullmans)

[usually as modifier]
  • a railway carriage giving special comfort: a train of Pullman cars
  • a train consisting of Pullman carriages.
  • (also Pullman case) North American a large suitcase designed to fit under the seat in a Pullman carriage.

Origin:

mid 19th century: named after George M. Pullman (1831–97), its American designer