sleeping bag

noun

: a bag that is warmly lined or padded for sleeping outdoors or in a camp or tent

Examples of sleeping bag in a Sentence

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Besides the standard touring equipment (avalanche beacon, shovel, probe), visitors need to carry little more than a sleeping bag and a toothbrush, since dormitory-style bunks and hearty meals are provided. Scott Yorko, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2025 The hunter, who has military experience, was prepared with warm clothing, a sleeping bag and water, deputies said. Helena Wegner, Sacbee.com, 29 Sep. 2025 People who are a part of the fellowship spend 60% of their work hours making EMPWR coats, which can also be sleeping bags and shoulder bags, in the nonprofit's Detroit building. Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 29 Sep. 2025 The caller also told authorities that the missing man, who had military experience, was equipped with warm clothing, a sleeping bag and water. David Chiu, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sleeping bag

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sleeping bag was in 1850

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“Sleeping bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sleeping%20bag. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

sleeping bag

noun
: a long fabric bag that is warmly lined for sleeping outdoors or in a camp or tent
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