briefcase

[breef-keys]

noun

1. a flat, rectangular case with a handle, often of leather, for carrying books, papers, etc.

briefcase

/ ˈbriːfˌkeɪs /

noun

1. a flat portable case, often of leather, for carrying papers, books, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of briefcase¹

1925–30; brief (noun) + case ²

Example Sentences

She lit it for him so he could keep both hands on his briefcase.

From Los Angeles Times

The first thing to note is that it will be Rachel Reeves holding that briefcase for the second time on 26 November.

From BBC

In his "eco-populism" leadership pitch he has linked the climate crisis to inequality and called for radical action, "not briefcase politics", to fix unfair systems.

From BBC

In the clip, she pulls a blurred-out record out of a briefcase decorated simply with her initials.

From Los Angeles Times

His car was parked in the garage, a briefcase and the Apple Watch he reportedly always wore were located inside the home.

From Los Angeles Times

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