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briefcase vs. suitcase

[breef-keys] / ˈbrifˌkeɪs /

noun

  1. a flat, rectangular case with a handle, often of leather, for carrying books, papers, etc.

[soot-keys] / ˈsutˌkeɪs /

noun

  1. a usually rectangular piece of luggage especially for carrying clothes while traveling.