haversacks

noun

plural of haversack
as in knapsacks

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  1. backpacks
  2. rucksacks
  3. satchels
  4. pouches
  5. totes
  6. sacks
Noun
  • Firearms purchased in Florida were put in small backpacks and stashed in a trashcan in the library bathroom, the department said.
    — Omar Jimenez, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2026
  • This is when people begin to gather outside the roll-up door, some carrying backpacks ready to be filled.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of backpacks
Noun
  • Those who arrive by boat are permitted to stay for one hour only on the dunes, and disembarking with rucksacks or cool bags will not be allowed.
    — Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
  • The military used beeswax to waterproof canvas tents and rucksacks, use in sunscreen and camouflage, and wax and coat planes to reduce drag and save money on fuel.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 May 2026
Definition of rucksacks
Noun
  • That deal includes handbags, fashion backpacks, hobos, totes, crossbody bags, sling bags, satchels, duffel bags and boot bags, along with belts, wallets, wristlets, passport cases and key chains.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026
  • And keep scrolling for more best-selling Quince bags, including totes and satchels.
    — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026
Definition of satchels
Noun
  • The arena dates in North America and Europe operates a phone-free policy, and will require attendees to place their smartphones and other recording devices into Yondr pouches provided by venue staff.
    — Thomas Smith, Billboard, 26 Oct. 2026
  • There’s no video since fans are forced to place their phones inside pouches for the duration of the show, but a remarkably clean audience recording has emerged.
    — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of pouches
Noun
  • Oprah is a big fan of totes, and this one tote-ally fits the bill.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 21 June 2026
  • Array can store six 24-inch-by-16-inch totes vertically, with each tote weighing 66 pounds.
    — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
Definition of totes
Noun
  • In Florida’s two losses, though, the pass rush tallied only three sacks.
    — Noah White, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The Trojans have only allowed 29 pressures and seven sacks through seven games this season.
    — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of sacks
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