as in suitcase
a bag carried by hand and designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles
there was a forgotten holdall in the bus station loo
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Recent Examples of holdall
Accessories include a leather holdall, Chelsea boots, and a baker boy cap.
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Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2025
But then two boys came running out with two holdalls.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
But then two boys came running out with two holdalls.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
Why swap your credit cards and keys over when your hero holdall looks good with everything?
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2024
Bally’s core tradition in accessories is reflected in the range of luxurious yet practical holdalls and backpacks, trimmed in leather.
—Luisa Zargani, WWD, 24 June 2024
Plus, a smaller holdall like this is much more versatile: Use it as a weekender, as your carry-on, or as a gym bag.
—Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Dec. 2023
There’s also a holdall (460.95) and a matching shoe bag ($245.84).
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Nov. 2023
In the 16th century a man’s codpiece sometimes served as an alternative holdall, despite the awkwardness of having to fish around your crotch to find things.
—Amanda Foreman, WSJ, 29 Sep. 2022
Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2025
But then two boys came running out with two holdalls.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
But then two boys came running out with two holdalls.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
Why swap your credit cards and keys over when your hero holdall looks good with everything?
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2024
Bally’s core tradition in accessories is reflected in the range of luxurious yet practical holdalls and backpacks, trimmed in leather.
—Luisa Zargani, WWD, 24 June 2024
Plus, a smaller holdall like this is much more versatile: Use it as a weekender, as your carry-on, or as a gym bag.
—Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Dec. 2023
There’s also a holdall (460.95) and a matching shoe bag ($245.84).
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Nov. 2023
In the 16th century a man’s codpiece sometimes served as an alternative holdall, despite the awkwardness of having to fish around your crotch to find things.
—Amanda Foreman, WSJ, 29 Sep. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for holdall
Noun
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One traveler favors the pants for their ability to stay wrinkle-free even when tightly packed in a suitcase, and said they can easily be dressed up or down.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
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The baby book was not the only discovery – Massie also discovered a suitcase of Coldiron's belongings.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Inflation eased to a four-year low Your wallet may feel a tiny bit of ease.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Her wallet turned up at a highway rest area in North Florida.—
Dan Sullivan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 May 2025
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“Holdall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/holdall. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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