school bag

noun

Definition of school bagnext
as in fanny pack

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Recent Examples of school bag This sleek purse has a super spacious design that can house all sorts of essentials; multiple shoppers use it as a work or school bag, according to reviews. — Clara McMahon, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for school bag
  1. fanny pack
  2. overnight bag
  3. suitcase
  4. handbag
Noun
  • It's got enough room for your essentials without turning into a bulky fanny pack situation.
    — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026
  • Instead, opt for a small purse, fanny pack, or crossbody bag like this one from Quince.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 22 June 2026
Definition of fanny pack
Noun
  • One of them invites Bonnie over for a sleepover, and Jessie sneaks into her overnight bag, not realizing that toys are verboten to the new generation.
    — Damon Wise, Deadline, 16 June 2026
  • Officers told the children to pack an overnight bag.
    — Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
Definition of overnight bag
Noun
  • Considering flight attendants spend the majority of their week living out of a suitcase, their luggage has to be truly top-tier—capable of holding all of their work essentials, personal items, and more without missing a beat.
    — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026
  • The suitcase containing the girl's body was found shortly after he was arrested, leading to the additional charges, police said.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 June 2026
Definition of suitcase
Noun
  • Gold jewelry and hardware on her handbag repeated the metallic line on the shoes.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 6 July 2026
  • The Office Romance star added a stack of Fope’s gold mesh bracelets, completing her ensemble with oversized sunglasses, a Chanel handbag, and Cartier earrings from the jeweler’s signature Panthère collection, wearing her hair in a low updo.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 July 2026
Definition of handbag

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“School bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/school%20bag. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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