haversack

noun

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as in knapsack

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Recent Examples of haversack Elsewhere, the design features a small capsule of Normandy sand and a strap made from an M-1928 haversack, the backpacks widely used by the US Army during World War II. — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025 Each foot soldier carried a ten-pound musket, a sixteen-inch bayonet, a tin canteen, a linen haversack, and his own blanket—a battlefield luxury, since in peacetime five men typically shared two blankets. — / Cbs News, CBS News, 13 June 2025 Trimmed with luggage slats and a restraint bar, the box lands ready to support any traveling cases, haversacks, miniature steamer trunks, or other traveling caboodle carried in the cabin, but definitely not any plus-two passengers. — Larry Griffin, Car and Driver, 24 Apr. 2023 There was the field bag (a canvas haversack used by soldiers in both world wars), the satchel (worn across the body and popularized by Indiana Jones), and the tote bag (notably prevalent among readers of The New Yorker). — Nick Haramis, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2021 The next entry shows Gigger was docked pay for losing a canteen and a haversack. — Dennis Hohenberger, Courant Community, 14 Mar. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for haversack
  1. knapsack
  2. satchel
  3. backpack
  4. rucksack
  5. pouch
  6. tote
  7. sack
  8. duffel bag
Noun
  • My trusty knapsack has come with me on European adventures and weekend trips, but sadly, it’s begun to show signs of wear and tear after years of regular use.
    — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026
  • Since then, numerous gloves have been found scattered near the main drag as well as a knapsack sold at Walmart.
    — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
Definition of knapsack
Noun
  • During the arrest, officers noticed a brown satchel with a brown-and-black strap that Jones had been wearing during the livestream.
    — CBS Baltimore, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Other highlights included turndown service, with chocolates and a satchel of lavender brought to your bed.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of satchel
Noun
  • This one will benefit from being hauled in a backpack or laptop bag.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 13 Nov. 2026
  • The miniatures also come with a loop for attaching them to bags and backpacks, plus a base for displaying them.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of backpack
Noun
  • The canopy and the fan assembly can be folded up and stored in a large rucksack for transportation, which can be unpacked and reassembled in eight minutes.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Police officers investigated the discovery to see if the rucksack was evidence of a long-ago mountaineering accident.
    — Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of rucksack
Noun
  • The compact pouch is designed to hold small essentials against your body, and its soft, breathable, skin-friendly fabric is a thoughtful detail for warmer destinations where extra layers aren’t practical.
    — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Inside a reusable dopp kit pouch come 14 luxe cologne samples from designers like Prada, Versace, and Valentino.
    — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of pouch
Noun
  • Extra points for a beautifully aged suede shoulder bag, preferably pulled from grandma’s closet, or an oversized boho tote.
    — Georgia Brown, Glamour, 7 Nov. 2026
  • For a less expensive way to try the trend, this suede tote from Caistre is just $20 in three seasonal shades.
    — Valeriya Chupinina, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of tote
Noun
  • He was subbed at halftime after taking sacks and tackles for losses.
    — Caleb Otte, Los Angeles Times, 14 Nov. 2026
  • The Giants’ defense allowed six explosive pass plays of 20 yards or more and managed only one sack and two QB hits on Daniels the entire game.
    — Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of sack
Noun
  • Smock testified that an injury to Birchmore's chest was caused by a clasp on the duffel bag strap that was used to hang her but that the clasp was not found near her chest, suggesting Birchmore's hanging was staged.
    — Louisa Moller, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Investigators at some point recovered the duffel bag, finding Powlis’ DNA on it, as well as on Panetti’s body, Gilberti said.
    — Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of duffel bag

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“Haversack.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/haversack. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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