# satchel

/sˈætʃəl/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/satchel
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

a large bag with a handle and a flap that you carry over your shoulder. It is usually used for carrying books, papers, or other items to work or school.

For teachers: a large bag with a flap and a handle, typically carried over the shoulder. Often used for carrying books, documents, or other professional equipment.

## Examples

- He carried his laptop and books in a leather satchel.
- The student filled her satchel with notebooks and a water bottle before heading to the library.
- The architect arrived at the site carrying a heavy satchel filled with blueprints and a tablet for the morning meeting.

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