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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With luggage sets, carry-ons, duffels, and more, Nordstrom Rack has something for every type of traveler. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2025 Pair this duffel with a couple of plane tickets and call it a perfect prezzie. Annie Blackman, Allure, 29 Jan. 2025 No Matter What Duffel Bag This rugged, water-resistant Eagle Creek duffel is 25% off right now, the lowest price it's been in at least 30 days. Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Dec. 2024 The five-piece collection, which includes a crossbody bag, a backpack, a duffel, and more is differentiated by its blending of the saddle-quality leather that the brand is known for with a much lighter—but aesthetically simpatico—Italian nylon. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 11 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 21 Feb. 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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