fanny pack

noun

Synonyms of fanny packnext
: a pack that straps to the waist and is used for carrying personal articles

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This fanny pack offers a streamlined design that blends easily with your go-to travel outfit. Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026 The suspect’s fanny pack also allegedly contained 30 grams of fentanyl pills, six grams of crack cocaine, and a knife. Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 7 June 2026 The Miami Police Department reminds people heading to the festival that only clear bags will be allowed — no purses, backpacks, fanny packs or camera bags. Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 6 June 2026 This puffy fanny pack is perfect for amusement park days and outdoor concerts. Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for fanny pack

Word History

First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fanny pack was in 1957

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“Fanny pack.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fanny%20pack. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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fanny pack

noun
: a pack that straps to the waist and is used for carrying personal items

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