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daypack

American  
[dey-pak] / ˈdeɪˌpæk /

noun

  1. a relatively small backpack, with shoulder straps, used for day hikes, carrying books, or the like.


Etymology

Origin of daypack

day + pack 1

Example Sentences

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It turns into a lightweight daypack and was perfect for walks and hikes in Slovenia.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 17, 2026

They come in quick-drying “backpack cases,” made from recycled plastic water bottles, with carabiners attached — so you can clip them to your daypack for convenience.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 3, 2024

Don’t forget to train in your hiking boots, use hiking poles and gradually add weight to a daypack.

From Seattle Times Nov. 25, 2022

It’s also perfect to throw in your daypack for peace of mind, in case you get stuck on a hike past sundown.

From Slate Dec. 2, 2019

Sitting at his feet, next to the Thermos, was his go bag — a daypack that each of them had within reach twenty-four hours a day.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith

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