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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The latter brand, however, offers more than just duffels. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026 Brouk & Co Pearl Travel Jewelry Case Admittedly, my jewelry is often treated as an afterthought during travel, floating at the bottom of my toiletry bag or in a random duffel pocket. Annie Blackman, InStyle, 22 Feb. 2026 The Nautilus is also relatively pricey compared to other duffels on this list. Drew Zieff, Outside, 17 Feb. 2026 Use them to restore order to your weekender duffel or your plane personal item. Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2026 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 3 Mar. 2026.

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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