rucksack
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of rucksack
1890–95; < German: literally, back sack
Example Sentences
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He put on an extra-warm coat, as if he expected to be going someplace cold, and strapped on a rucksack.
From Literature
In only a few hours’ time, she and the children would line up outside the POE for inspection by the admiral, with their rucksacks strapped to their backs and pith helmets fastened beneath their chins.
From Literature
Detectives are appealing for witnesses who may have seen Mr Rafael, who is described as a Black British national, and is believed to have been wearing an all-grey tracksuit, black hat, trainers and rucksack.
From BBC
He would walk for 10 minutes and then lie on his back, still attached to his rucksack, for 10 minutes.
From BBC
He is seen taking a photograph before leaving, carrying a rucksack.
From BBC
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