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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The young woman started out with sufficient supplies for her trip, including a tent, sleeping bags and a bike. Sam Gillette, People.com, 19 May 2025 By the next morning, I was doubled over in my sleeping bag with a rib-splitting, uncontrollable hack. Ben Ayers, Outside Online, 9 May 2025 Instead, lawn chairs, sleeping bags and blankets are recommended. Kayla Randall, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 May 2025 After a long day, snuggle up in this queen-sized sleeping bag from REI Co-op for 50 percent off. Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 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 28 May. 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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