train case

noun

: a small boxlike piece of luggage used especially for toilet articles

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web The Caboodles Voyager train case is an ideal bag for those who like their luggage to have a touch of pizazz and glamor. Robin Raven, Forbes, 20 Apr. 2021 Encased in a vibrant train case with an extendable tray, this collection will give you or your gift recipient $172 worth of cruelty-free makeup goodies from Ulta’s house brand—all for less than the cost of one high-end lipstick or mascara. Arielle Tschinkel, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2020 Accessorized to the hilt with several diamond and aquamarine David Webb necklaces, a teensy train case, a Stalvey bag, and a matching pair of Manolo Blahnik high heel sandals, the outfit was arresting. Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 7 June 2018

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Word History

First Known Use

1948, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of train case was in 1948

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Cite this Entry

“Train case.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/train%20case. Accessed 31 Mar. 2023.

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