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bindle

American  
[bin-dl] / ˈbɪn dl /

noun

Slang.
  1. a bundle, usually of bedding and other possessions, carried by a hobo.


Etymology

Origin of bindle

1895–1900; probably akin to bundle; uncertain if < dialectal source or < German Bündel

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On an FAQ page, Bindle said customers whose bottles have rubber covers are not at risk for lead exposure, but replacement covers, in the event one pops off, are available for free.

From Washington Times • Feb. 24, 2023

Lead was not the only dangerous substance CR found on the Bindle bottle.

From Washington Times • Feb. 14, 2023

Ms. Beresford wore an aubergine suit by Bindle & Keep, a Brooklyn company that specializes in suits for queer and gender nonconforming people.

From New York Times • Jan. 17, 2020

Daniel Friedman: My name is Daniel Friedman, and I’m co-founder of Bindle & Keep, which is a custom suiting company for everybody.

From Slate • Jan. 2, 2018

Mrs. Bindle looked up from reading the previous evening's paper.

From Mrs. Bindle Some Incidents from the Domestic Life of the Bindles by Jenkins, Hebert

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