duffel

noun

duf·​fel ˈdə-fəl How to pronounce duffel (audio)
variants or duffle
1
: a coarse heavy woolen material with a thick nap
2
: transportable personal belongings, equipment, and supplies
3
4

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There’s more to love, too: zippered organizer compartments, a waterproof pocket for stashing wet duds, and multiple carry options (grab handles, duffel straps, and padded backpack-style harness). Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024 Head to Walmart to shop more carry-ons, luggage, and travel essentials, or keep scrolling to browse versatile weekender picks, including this popular $8 option from iFly that over 100 people bought yesterday and this deluxe duffel from Wrangler that’s currently 72 percent off. Kelsey Fredricks, Travel + Leisure, 18 Dec. 2024 From luxe leather duffels to timeless utilitarian silhouettes, shop 25 of the season’s best travel bags ahead. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024 From the warmest ski gloves and recovery slippers to waterproof cameras and durable duffels, these gift ideas will delight any thrill-seeker this holiday season. Passport By Forbeslife, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for duffel 

Word History

Etymology

Dutch duffel, from Duffel, Belgium

First Known Use

1677, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of duffel was in 1677

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“Duffel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/duffel. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

duffel

noun
duf·​fel ˈdəf-əl How to pronounce duffel (audio)
: an outfit of supplies (as for camping) : kit

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