satchel
/'sætʃəl/
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Definition
Noun: A small rectangular bag, typically made of leather or sturdy fabric, with a flat bottom and a shoulder strap, used for carrying personal items, books, or papers.
Usage
A satchel is a type of hand-held or shoulder-carried bag. It is often associated with students carrying books or professionals carrying documents. The design is usually structured with a main compartment that closes with a flap or zipper.
Examples
- Noun:
- She packed her notebooks and pens into her leather satchel before heading to class.
- The old photograph showed a schoolboy with a satchel slung over his shoulder.
Advanced Usage
- "To carry a satchel": To have or use a satchel.
- He carries a satchel instead of a backpack to the office.
Variants and Related Words
- Satchel bag (n): A more modern or general term for a bag with a satchel style.
- She bought a new satchel bag for the autumn season.
Synonyms
- Bag: A general term for a flexible container.
- Carryall: A bag for holding miscellaneous items.
- Pouch: A small bag, often softer and less structured.
Related Phrases
- School satchel: Specifically denotes a satchel used by a student.
- The school satchel is a classic symbol of education.
Noun
- luggage consisting of a small case with a flat bottom and (usually) a shoulder strap