Word
duffel
Phoneticsduf·fel
US/ˈdəfəɫ/
UK/dˈʌfəl/
Definition
n. a heavy, thick cotton fabric used to make bags and coats. It is very strong and often has a soft, fuzzy surface.
n. a heavy, durable cotton fabric with a fuzzy nap, typically used for manufacturing heavy-duty garments and luggage. Often used in the context of military or athletic apparel.
Examples
“He packed his clothes into a heavy duffel bag for the trip.”
“The coach asked the players to bring their gear in a duffel bag so they could move quickly to the locker room.”
“While modern synthetic materials have gained popularity, many travelers still prefer the classic weight and durability of a genuine duffel bag for long-haul journeys.”
Examples
simple
“He packed his clothes into a heavy duffel bag for the trip.”
contextual
“The coach asked the players to bring their gear in a duffel bag so they could move quickly to the locker room.”
complex
“While modern synthetic materials have gained popularity, many travelers still prefer the classic weight and durability of a genuine duffel bag for long-haul journeys.”
Etymology
From Dutch duffel, named after Duffel, a town in Belgium, itself ultimately from Latin Dubrolocus, the first particle from Gaulish dubrum.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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