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 The present season has seen the release of its new Maritime Collection, which reinterprets standards including the Cavalier II No. 97 duffel and the Blazer No. 278 backpack in nautically colored, lighter-weight cotton canvas. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 15 July 2024 Video from Watkins’ apartment complex that morning, June 23, and the following day also shows Watkins struggling to carry large duffel and garbage bags into and out of his apartment. Matt Lavietes, NBC News, 9 July 2024 The Cityscape set comes in five sleek shades and includes a carry-on spinner suitcase, a medium check-in suitcase, a zippered toiletry bag, and a roomy, multi-pocket overnight duffel. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2024 Rockland Wheeled Duffel Bag This wheeled soft-shell duffel combines the ease of a weekender bag mixed with the convenience of a rolling suitcase. Melissa Epifano, Peoplemag, 11 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for duffel 

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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 5 Oct. 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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