duffel
word
Definition
A duffel is a large, soft bag, usually made of canvas or fabric, used to carry clothes and personal items when traveling or going to the gym.
Usage & Nuances
'Duffel' is short for 'duffel bag' in American English, but can refer to the bag itself. Most common in travel and sports contexts. Not used for hard suitcases. Spelling note: 'duffle' is also seen, less commonly.
Spanish: bolsa de lona - bolsa de viajePortuguese (BR): bolsa de viagem - bolsa esportivaPortuguese (PT): mala de viagem - saco de lonaChinese (Simplified): 行李袋 - 帆布包Chinese (Traditional): 行李袋 - 帆布包Hindi: डफ़ल बैगArabic: حقيبة سفر (كبيرة)Bengali: ডাফেল ব্যাগ - ক্যানভাস ব্যাগRussian: даффл - спортивная сумкаJapanese: ダッフルバッグVietnamese: túi duffel - túi vảiKorean: 더플백Turkish: duffel çantasıUrdu: ڈفل بیگIndonesian: tas duffel - tas kain
Example Sentences
I packed my clothes in a duffel for the trip.
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He brought a big duffel to the gym.
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My duffel is blue and very strong.
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Just toss everything in your duffel and let’s go.
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She forgot her duffel at the airport last night.
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His old army duffel is still in the attic, full of memories.
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