as in backpack
a small bag that is carried over your shoulder and that is used for carrying clothes, books, etc.
He carefully loaded his satchel before departing for a day at the park.
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Recent Examples of satchel
From leather wristlets to massive laptop bags, and many crossbodies and satchels in between, there’s a wide array of styles in fall-ready color palettes to shop below.
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Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2025
For men, chunky loafers, caps, patterned scarves, and structured satchels will polish off any look.
—Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025
The models often sported vintage style coin purses that dangled from their necks and carried barrel bags and satchels.
—Blue Carreon, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
State police alleged that a single 9mm bullet was found in the satchel.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2025
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Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2025
For men, chunky loafers, caps, patterned scarves, and structured satchels will polish off any look.
—Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025
The models often sported vintage style coin purses that dangled from their necks and carried barrel bags and satchels.
—Blue Carreon, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
State police alleged that a single 9mm bullet was found in the satchel.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for satchel
Recent Examples of Synonyms for satchel
backpack
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Personal bags and backpacks are fine as long as they are not framed.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Oct. 2025
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This packable pullover anorak is designed specifically for travel, thanks to its lightweight material that can be rolled up into its hand pocket for an easy-carry pouch that fits into a hiking backpack or tote bag.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Satchel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satchel. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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