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

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Related Articles The All Season collection consists of 10 pieces — totes, backpacks, duffels, hybrid roller bags and snow roller bags in various sizes. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 22 Oct. 2024 It can also be securely placed on top of a suitcase using the luggage trolley strap, or held like a duffel with the attached side handle. Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024 Plus, the best duffels, packs, and suitcases to get you through any journey. Ryan Krogh, Outside Online, 16 Oct. 2024 That’s when the cliff below her broke apart, slicing the rope holding their duffel. Owen Clarke, Outside Online, 9 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for duffel 

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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“Duffel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/duffel. Accessed 7 Nov. 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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