Synonyms of backpacks

backpacks 1 of 2

noun

plural of backpack

as in suitcases

a soft-sided case designed for carrying belongings especially on the back

stuffed her backpack with so many books that she could barely walk

Synonyms & Similar Words

• suitcases
• knapsacks
• rucksacks
• packs
• kit bags
• packsacks
• haversacks
• handbags
• carryalls
• holdalls
• portmanteaus
• traveling bags
• school bags
• fanny packs
• carry-ons
• seabags
• overnight bags
• grips
• weekend bags
• overnight cases

backpacks

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of backpack

as in caravans

Related Words

• caravans
• beds (down)
• tents
• camps (out)
• sleeps out
• encamps
• bivouacs

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of backpacks

Noun

At the United Way of Long Island, the organization's Stuff the Bus campaign is returning for its 18th year, with partners and sponsors helping provide backpacks and school supplies to nearly 5,000 students. — John Dias, CBS News, 31 July 2026

Save up to 50% on school supplies, backpacks, tech, dorm essentials and classroom must-haves. — ABC News, 31 July 2026

There will also be free school supplies and backpacks available, and community organizations will be on hand to discuss their services. — Elizabeth Green, AJC.com, 30 July 2026

Last year’s inaugural event exceeded expectations by serving 590 students with free backpacks, school supplies, books and haircuts, along with connections to community organizations — all at no cost to families. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026

Bryan Reisberg, who designs travel backpacks for dogs and shares stories of walking around New York carrying adoptable pets, will also be on the series. — Maddie Rhodes, USA Today, 28 July 2026

Art supplies, backpacks, stationery, educational organization tools like binders and file folders, lunch boxes, music instruments, flash drives and more count as school supplies. — Zuri Primos july 25, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026