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
  • Some have shortened the strap and worn it as a fanny pack for festivals.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 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
  • The mini bar—located inside a gorgeous wooden cabinet—was filled with local spirits like pox, a Mayan liquor made of corn, sugar cane, and wheat, and Mayalen Guerrero mezcal in a bottle so beautiful I was tempted to sneak it back in my suitcase.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
  • In one of the promotional videos for the tour, Karol opens a suitcase.
    — Thalía Henao, Allure, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of suitcase
Noun
  • It can be attached to a handbag, keys, backpack or other items.
    — Nicholas Lentz, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Then, accessorize with a simple black thong sandal and woven handbag—two end-of-summer staples not to stow away just yet.
    — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 Aug. 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 22 Aug. 2026.

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