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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Save up to 30% off select styles now through Cyber Monday, including suitcases from the brand's Baseline collection and select duffels. Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Dec. 2024 Even with its impressive capacity, the duffel is still compact enough to slide under a plane seat; reviewers have tested that out, too. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2024 Since the launch, Herschel Supply has expanded into a number of other products including luggage, duffels, travel accessories as well as apparel and hats. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 22 Oct. 2024 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 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 17 Jan. 2025.

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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