Synonyms of holdalls

holdalls

noun

plural of holdall, chiefly British

as in suitcases

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• suitcases
• wallets
• backpacks
• carryalls
• bags
• handbags
• briefcases
• portmanteaus
• luggage
• traveling bags
• carry-ons
• grips
• kits
• rucksacks
• haversacks
• knapsacks
• valises
• weekenders
• duffel bags
• overnight bags
• attachés
• kit bags
• baggages
• traveling cases
• cosmetic cases
• packsacks
• carpetbags
• attaché cases
• weekend bags

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of holdalls

Many holdalls are potential security risks, and priority one for FIFA is maintaining a trouble-free World Cup. — Phil Hay, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2026

The actor toted two holdalls in suede mint green and black padded leather by Balenciaga bags and Gucci. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2026

The trademarks cover dozens of products and services, including makeup, body oils, sunglasses, pens, holdalls, electric train sets, leather goods, shoes, tote bags and music, the IPO records show. — Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 25 Jan. 2026

Also expected to be popular in the region are the Davies hybrid sneaker-boot, oversized holdalls, Scottish cashmere scarves. — Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025