suitcase

noun

suit·​case ˈsüt-ˌkās 

: a portable case designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles

Synonyms of suitcase

• wallet
• backpack
• carry-on
• luggage
• bags
• briefcase
• handbag

Examples of suitcase in a Sentence

She packed her suitcases the night before she left.

it'll be much easier to carry a backpack than to lug that suitcase all over the place

Recent Examples on the Web

That’s why the Jmdhkk Hidden Camera Detector may be a good investment to provide a level of safety to your stay without taking up excess space in your suitcase or being difficult to use. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2026

Hundreds of suitcases were seen lining up at the arrivals area on Tuesday. — ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026

The project brings to life the remarkable story of Geraldine Flower and the discovery of a suitcase of love letters sent to her in the 1960s and 1970s whilst living in London that inspired acclaimed singer-songwriter Torrini to return to the studio. — Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026

While the Series 3 evolves the suitcases around the reality of how people continue to travel today, Signature Bags extends into other moments that surround travel. — Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for suitcase

• abase
• airspace
• apace
• backspace
• biface
• birthplace
• blackface
• boldface
• bookcase
• braincase
• briefcase
• carcase

Kids Definition

suitcase

noun

suit·​case ˈsüt-ˌkās 

: a portable case designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles