attache case
Definition
Noun: A small, flat, rectangular case, typically made of stiff leather or metal, used for carrying documents and other items. It is a type of briefcase, often associated with business or official use.
Usage
An attache case is a portable container designed to hold papers, files, and small personal items. It is characterized by its rigid, box-like shape and is commonly carried by business professionals, diplomats, or government officials. The term often implies a degree of formality and professionalism.
Examples
- He arrived at the meeting carrying a sleek, black attache case.
- The diplomat placed the important documents securely inside his attache case.
- Her leather attache case contained her laptop and the contracts for the signing.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used metaphorically to suggest formality, official business, or a corporate environment.
- He traded his backpack for an attache case when he started his new job in finance.
Variants and Related Words
- Briefcase: A more general term for a flat, rectangular case for carrying papers. An attache case is a specific, often more rigid, type of briefcase.
- Portfolio: A large, flat case for carrying drawings, maps, or loose papers, which may be less rigid than an attache case.
- Dispatch Case: A similar case, historically used for carrying official dispatches or documents.
Synonyms
- Briefcase
- Document case
- Portfolio (in some contexts)
Antonyms
- Backpack
- Tote bag
- Duffel bag
Related Phrases
- To carry an attache case: To be engaged in formal business or professional work.
- In that neighborhood, you rarely see anyone carrying an attache case.
Noun
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a shallow and rectangular briefcase
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