duffel

or duf·fle

[ duhf-uh l ]
/ ˈdʌf əl /
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noun

a camper's clothing and equipment.
a coarse woolen cloth having a thick nap, used for coats, blankets, etc.
duffel bag.

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Origin of duffel

First recorded in 1640–50; after Duffel, a town near Antwerp

Words nearby duffel

duet, duetting, dufay, duff, duff up, duffel, duffel bag, duffel coat, duffer, duffle coat, duffy
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Words related to duffel

briefcase, backpack, purse, sack, kit, pocket, packet, gear, suitcase, handbag, pouch, pack, case, poke, tote, pocketbook, satchel, sac, knapsack, rucksack

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British Dictionary definitions for duffel

duffel

duffle

/ (ˈdʌfəl) /

noun

a heavy woollen cloth with a thick nap
mainly US and Canadian equipment or supplies, esp those of a camper

Word Origin for duffel

C17: after Duffel, Belgian town
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