carryall

noun

car·​ry·​all ˈka-rē-ˌȯl 

ˈker-ē-

1

[by folk etymology from French carriole, from Old Occitan carriola, ultimately from Latin carrus car]

a

: a light covered carriage for four or more persons

b

: a passenger automobile used as a small bus

2

[carry entry 1 + all entry 3] : a capacious bag or carrying case

Synonyms of carryall

• suitcase
• wallet
• backpack

Examples of carryall in a Sentence

took only a small carryall on the plane

Recent Examples on the Web

Whether commuting for work or running errands, Dana is a carryall with ample space for essentials (think phone, keys, wallet, and sunglasses), along with a 13-inch laptop, water bottle, makeup, portable charger, lightweight jacket, snacks, and a notebook. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2026

Actress Jodie Foster was just photographed toting the perfect hands-free carryall—sort of like a hybrid, crossbody-bag-meets-bum-bag. —Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 8 Jan. 2026

At least, one particular giant carryall is. —Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 8 Jan. 2026

Save 66 percent on the Calvin Klein Bubble Lamb Novelty Organization Satchel, a chic carryall with three interior pockets for maximum organization. —Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1714, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

carryall

noun

car·​ry·​all ˈkar-ē-ˌȯl 

: a large bag or carrying case