carryall
1[kar-ee-awl]
- a large bag, basket, etc., especially a large, lightweight piece of luggage with soft sides.
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Origin of carryall
1First recorded in 1830–40; noun use of verb phrase carry all
carryall
2[kar-ee-awl]
- a four-wheeled covered carriage having seats for four persons, usually drawn by one horse.
- a passenger automobile or bus having two facing benches running the length of the body.
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Origin of carryall
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Related Words for carryall
satchel, pocketbook, pocket, wallet, bag, handbag, pouch, briefcase, backpack, purse, sack, kit, packet, gear, suitcase, pack, knapsack, carry-on, wagon, vanExamples from the Web for carryall
Historical Examples of carryall
He sighed, heavily, and his sigh was echoed from the back seat of the carryall.
Thankful's InheritanceJoseph C. Lincoln
But Miss Parker had not waited for him to finish; she was already on her way to the carryall.
Thankful's InheritanceJoseph C. Lincoln
It was of the "carryall" variety, except that it had but a single narrow seat.
Cy Whittaker's PlaceJoseph C. Lincoln
We all said we'd go with him, and we went, six in one carryall.
Cape Cod StoriesJoseph C. Lincoln
The carryall was now floating, with the water covering the floor.
Cap'n EriJoseph Crosby Lincoln
carryall
1- a light four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage usually designed to carry four passengers
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carryall
2- US and Canadian a large strong bag with handlesAlso called (in Britain and certain other countries): holdall
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