satchel
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Origin of satchel
1300–50; Middle English sachel < Old French < Latin saccellus, double diminutive of saccus sack 1; see -elle
Explanation
A satchel is a bag with a shoulder strap. People often carry their books in a leather satchel. There are many types of luggage people use for carrying their belongings, such as suitcases, briefcases, purses, backpacks, and duffel bags. Another is the satchel, which is a small or medium-sized case with a flat bottom. A satchel usually has a shoulder strap which makes it easier to carry, and it's often full of books. The word satchel is related to sack, both coming from the Latin root saccus, or "bag."
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Example Sentences
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Satchel Paige said Cool Papa Bell was so fast he could turn out the lights and be in bed before it went dark.
From Slate • May 31, 2024
Mr Satchel told BBC Scotland he was sitting at his desk when he heard a "long, loud crashing noise".
From BBC • Jan. 30, 2024
Wakefield was 11-3 when he made his only All-Star Game in 2009, becoming the second-oldest player - to Satchel Paige - ever selected to his first All-Star Game.
From Washington Times • Oct. 1, 2023
Muhammad brought in guitarist Braxton Marcellous, 28, bassist Satchel Brown, 25, and drummer Christine Cadette to round out a vicious, technically exacting lineup.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2023
I never had to hit against Satchel Paige, but I hear that he was one of the best.
From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson
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