satchel

noun

satch·​el ˈsa-chəl How to pronounce satchel (audio)
: a small bag often with a shoulder strap
satchelful noun

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This imposing emporium displays everything from lavish sequined satchels to exquisite fine jewelry to, of course, fashions, including those heart-throb coats. Lynn Yaeger, Vogue, 5 Feb. 2025 Catherine Heald swears by a rugged, nylon satchel from TUMI that weighs barely half a pound. Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2025 Medicine bags Medicine bags—also known as satchels and bowling bags—have pretty much taken over the world at the dawn of 2025, with major spring showings everywhere from Hermès to Louis Vuitton to Stella McCartney. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 17 Jan. 2025 Handwoven leather market and bucket bags, artisanal tassels, and braided handles on satchels also speak to the workmanship within the collection. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 31 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for satchel

Word History

Etymology

Middle English sachel, from Anglo-French sachel, sacel, from Late Latin saccellum, diminutive of Latin sacculus, diminutive of saccus bag — more at sack

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of satchel was in the 14th century

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“Satchel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satchel. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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satchel

noun
satch·​el ˈsach-əl How to pronounce satchel (audio)
: a small bag often with a shoulder strap

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