kit-bag
Definition
Noun: A kit-bag is a long, cylindrical bag, typically made of canvas or strong cloth, used for carrying personal belongings, especially by soldiers, campers, or travelers.
Usage Examples
- (A bag used to carry military gear.)
- (A bag for travel items.)
Advanced Usage
"to pack a kit-bag": to prepare for a journey or assignment by filling a kit-bag.
- He packed his kit-bag with essential supplies for the hiking trip. (He organized his belongings into the bag.)
"kit-bag drill": a military exercise involving packing and unpacking a kit-bag quickly.
- The recruits practiced kit-bag drill to improve their efficiency. (A training routine focused on the bag.)
Variants and Related Words
Kit (n): a set of tools, equipment, or supplies needed for a specific purpose.
- He brought his first-aid kit on the camping trip. (A collection of medical supplies.)
Bag (n): a flexible container made of cloth, leather, or plastic, used for carrying items.
- She put her groceries in a paper bag. (A simple container.)
Synonyms
- Duffel bag: a large, cylindrical bag similar to a kit-bag, often used for sports or travel.
- Haversack: a small, sturdy bag carried on the back or shoulder, used for camping or hiking.
- Knapsack: a bag with straps worn on the back, typically for outdoor activities.
Related Idioms
"To be in your kit-bag": to have something ready or available for use.
- He had all his tools in his kit-bag for the repair job. (Everything needed was prepared.)
"To pack someone's kit-bag": to prepare someone for a task or journey.
- The mother packed her son's kit-bag before he left for summer camp. (She prepared his belongings.)