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

Marlowe accessorized her look by carrying the Chloé Paddington leather satchel bag, which accentuated the black and yellow color scheme of her attire. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026

The espresso-brown Italian leather satchel is a roomy everyday bag that still looks elevated enough for dinner. — Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 1 Sep. 2026

Comparable to a $5,700 Bottega Veneta bag, this rich-looking satchel brims with timeless appeal. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026

Next to me, a woman with colorful tattoo sleeves and a tasseled leather satchel nods coolly behind her sunglasses. — Nick H. Penniman, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2026

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