as in backpacks
a small bag that is carried over your shoulder and that is used for carrying clothes, books, etc.
He carefully loaded his satchel before departing for a day at the park.
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Recent Examples of satchels
Piles of composition paper spilled from old satchels.
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Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
Shop backpacks, satchels, and duffle bags for travel, plus everyday bags like crossbodies, totes, and sling bags.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
Keep scrolling for more amazing crossbodies, totes, satchels, backpacks, and more from the Michael Kors Outlet’s winter sale.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
Peep swathed-in-suede shoulder bags here, as well as commuter totes, crossbodies, and stylish top-handle satchels that align with fall 2025 trends peeped on runways.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025
For men, chunky loafers, caps, patterned scarves, and structured satchels will polish off any look.
—Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025
The models often sported vintage style coin purses that dangled from their necks and carried barrel bags and satchels.
—Blue Carreon, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
Shop backpacks, satchels, and duffle bags for travel, plus everyday bags like crossbodies, totes, and sling bags.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
Keep scrolling for more amazing crossbodies, totes, satchels, backpacks, and more from the Michael Kors Outlet’s winter sale.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
Peep swathed-in-suede shoulder bags here, as well as commuter totes, crossbodies, and stylish top-handle satchels that align with fall 2025 trends peeped on runways.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025
For men, chunky loafers, caps, patterned scarves, and structured satchels will polish off any look.
—Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025
The models often sported vintage style coin purses that dangled from their necks and carried barrel bags and satchels.
—Blue Carreon, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for satchels
backpacks
Noun
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Guests can borrow Wili Wili Tree backpacks made from sustainable materials for mountain hiking.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
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Under $50 For quick trips or light packing at a low price point, backpacks and duffels are key.—
Brandon Schultz,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Satchels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satchels. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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