daypack

American  

[dey-pak] / ˈdeɪˌpæk /

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of daypack

day + pack ¹

Example Sentences

For example, instead of hauling around gear in a daypack, I hike in a vest with stuffed pockets so the weight is more evenly distributed.

From Los Angeles Times

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

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

From Seattle Times

I pair this bag with a cheap multiuse daypack that I picked up at the mall for $15.

From Washington Post

Athletic's DayPack is an example of how brands are responding.

From Salon