duffel

noun

duf·​fel ˈdə-fəl How to pronounce duffel (audio)
variants or duffle
1
: a coarse heavy woolen material with a thick nap
2
: transportable personal belongings, equipment, and supplies
3
4

Examples of duffel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Luggage: Suitcases, duffels, backpacks or cosmetic travel bags can be a big help to foster kids, said Shorr, who coordinates luggage donations in the Orlando area. Marni Jameson, The Mercury News, 22 Feb. 2024 There is not a law to regulate this issue in the District, but Keena Blackmon, a spokeswoman for the D.C. Child and Family Services Agency said children receive duffels or backpacks through partnerships with local nonprofits and donations from individuals, churches and other organizations. Ellie Silverman, Washington Post, 18 Feb. 2024 This top-of-the-line duffel has ample organizational features and an incredibly durable ballistic nylon exterior. Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2024 Deion Sanders' 5 Kids: Everything to Know Shilo hit the catwalk in a puffer jacket with a flannel shirt and trousers, and carried a large, brown leather duffel. Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 17 Jan. 2024 Puffer Snow Boots There are winter days when only the duffel with the most coverage will do, and there are locales where a puffer head-to-toe is the perfect look. Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2023 Beyond baggage claims and asphalt, the packable duffel is also built to withstand the elements with a coating of Eddie Bauer’s StormRepel water-resistant finish. Alice Bennett, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2023 Ranging from daypacks like the Big Creek to full-size duffels, gun cases, boat bags, and special-fit kayak options, Watershed Dry Bags are useful across many activities, abliet serving the same purpose. Will McGough, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2023 The Voyageur Dumont duffel, a great companion for weekend trips, is currently discounted. Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Nov. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

Dutch duffel, from Duffel, Belgium

First Known Use

1677, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of duffel was in 1677

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Cite this Entry

“Duffel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/duffel. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

duffel

noun
duf·​fel ˈdəf-əl How to pronounce duffel (audio)
: an outfit of supplies (as for camping) : kit

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