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Synonyms of briefcase
as in attaché, valise
Synonyms & Near Synonyms for briefcase
- carryall,
- carry-on,
- grip,
- handbag,
- holdall
- [chiefly British],
- portmanteau,
- traveling bag,
- wallet
- overnight bag
- (also overnight case),
- weekend bag
- (also weekend case),
- weekender
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