satchel

noun

satch·​el ˈsa-chəl 

: a small bag often with a shoulder strap

satchelful

ˈsa-chəl-ˌfu̇l 

noun

Examples of satchel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Prosecutors said detectives found the Sub Compact 9mm handgun inside the satchel, which matches the caliber and bullet casing found at the scene of the shooting, adding that an empty magazine was found inside the handgun. —Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 27 Sep. 2025

Surveillance video showed the suspect wearing a gray T-shirt, dark pants, gray and white shoes, and a dark colored satchel around his torso, according to the federal complaint. —Alex Stone, ABC News, 22 Sep. 2025

From leather wristlets to massive laptop bags, and many crossbodies and satchels in between, there’s a wide array of styles in fall-ready color palettes to shop below. —Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2025

For men, chunky loafers, caps, patterned scarves, and structured satchels will polish off any look. —Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English sachel, from Anglo-French sachel, sacel, from Late Latin saccellum, diminutive of Latin sacculus, diminutive of saccus bag — more at sack

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

satchel

noun

satch·​el ˈsach-əl 

: a small bag often with a shoulder strap