school bag

noun

Definition of school bagnext
as in fanny pack

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Recent Examples of school bag This sleek purse has a super spacious design that can house all sorts of essentials; multiple shoppers use it as a work or school bag, according to reviews. — Clara McMahon, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for school bag
  1. fanny pack
  2. overnight bag
  3. suitcase
  4. handbag
Noun
  • Some have shortened the strap and worn it as a fanny pack for festivals.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
  • Instead, opt for a small purse, fanny pack, or crossbody bag like this one from Quince.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 22 June 2026
Definition of fanny pack
Noun
  • One of them invites Bonnie over for a sleepover, and Jessie sneaks into her overnight bag, not realizing that toys are verboten to the new generation.
    — Damon Wise, Deadline, 16 June 2026
  • Officers told the children to pack an overnight bag.
    — Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
Definition of overnight bag
Noun
  • Hijinx Hotel, Irvine, California Leave your suitcase at home because the Hijinx Hotel isn’t for spending the night.
    — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 14 July 2026
  • Both halves zip shut, unlike many suitcases, which either have a zippered divider on only one side or rely solely on compression pads, leaving items partially exposed.
    — Morgan Ashley Parker, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026
Definition of suitcase
Noun
  • There’s a reason Old Navy is a go-to of mine and shoppers all across the country for everyday clothing, shoes, and handbags.
    — Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2026
  • Interiors can be enrobed in leather matching the pattern of a handbag, while backup cameras are embedded into chrome bumpers.
    — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of handbag

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“School bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/school%20bag. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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