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Haversack

🔄 Synonyms of "Haversack"

3 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
rucksacknoun	(UK, Northeastern US) A bag carried on the back or shoulder, supported by straps.
knapsacknoun	(chiefly US) (in UK, dated or archaic) A case of canvas or leather, for carrying items on the back.
backpacknoun	A knapsack, sometimes mounted on a light frame, but always supported by straps, worn on a person’s back for the purpose of carrying things, especially when hiking, or on a student's back when carrying books.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Haversack"

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Word	Definition
knapsacknoun	(chiefly US) (in UK, dated or archaic) A case of canvas or leather, for carrying items on the back.
rucksacknoun	(UK, Northeastern US) A bag carried on the back or shoulder, supported by straps.
backpacknoun	A knapsack, sometimes mounted on a light frame, but always supported by straps, worn on a person’s back for the purpose of carrying things, especially when hiking, or on a student's back when carrying books.
satchelnoun	A bag or case with one or two shoulder straps, especially used to carry books etc.
bagpacknoun	Eggcorn of backpack.
back packnoun	Alternative form of backpack. [A knapsack, sometimes mounted on a light frame, but always supported by straps, worn on a person’s back for the purpose of carrying things, especially when hiking, or on a student's back when carrying books.]
messenger bagnoun	A sack worn over one shoulder with a strap winding around the chest, traditionally used by bicycle messengers.
carrying basketnoun	A basket fitted with a strap or straps to allow it to be carried on the back with the carrier's arms free.
handbagnoun	(chiefly Commonwealth) A small bag used chiefly by women for carrying various small personal items, sometimes considered as a fashion accessory.
shoulder-strapnoun	One of the two short straps connected to the front and back of a garment and going over the shoulders.
hopsacknoun	(uncountable) A coarse, loosely-woven clothing fabric.
carry bagnoun	(especially India) A small bag, typically made of cloth, vinyl, or some other pliable material, used for carrying items when walking.
burden basketnoun	A basket fitted with a strap or straps to allow it to be carried on the back with the carrier's arms free.
napsacknoun	(humorous) A sleeping bag.
schoolbagnoun	A satchel used to carry supplies for school; a bookbag.
sling bagnoun	Any bag carried by slinging it over one's shoulder.
gripsacknoun	(colloquial, dated) A traveller's bag.
shoulder bagnoun	Any bag with a single strap designed to be carried on the shoulder.
shoulderbagnoun	A bag worn on the shoulders.
saddle bagnoun	Alternative spelling of saddlebag. [A covered pouch, usually one of a pair, laid across the back of a horse, donkey, or mule behind its saddle, or hanging over the rear wheel of a motorcycle; often made of leather or (on a motorcycle) a rigid material.]