duffel bag

noun

1. a large, cylindrical bag, especially of canvas, for carrying personal belongings, orginally used by military personnel.

duffel bag

noun

1. a cylindrical drawstring canvas bag, originally used esp by sailors for carrying personal articles

Word History and Origins

Origin of duffel bag¹

An Americanism dating back to 1915–20

Related Words

• backpack 
• briefcase 
• carry-on 
• handbag 
• knapsack 
• pouch 
• suitcase