duffel

noun

duf·​fel ˈdə-fəl How to pronounce duffel (audio)
variants or duffle
1
: a coarse heavy woolen material with a thick nap
2
: transportable personal belongings, equipment, and supplies
3
4

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Think breathable T-shirts, polished joggers, sleek leather duffels, and other men’s clothing and accessories that are easy to pack—and even easier to wear from takeoff to touchdown. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 4 June 2025 The corners of the wheeled duffel are reinforced for additional strength and durability. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2025 This duffel pick comes with a slight caveat, however: its maximum dimension comes in at slightly larger than recommended for an under-seat bag. Ryan Krogh, Outside Online, 30 Apr. 2025 Keep reading for carry-ons, checked bags, duffels, and even luggage sets on sale. Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for duffel

Word History

Etymology

Dutch duffel, from Duffel, Belgium

First Known Use

1677, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of duffel was in 1677

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“Duffel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/duffel. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

duffel

noun
duf·​fel ˈdəf-əl How to pronounce duffel (audio)
: an outfit of supplies (as for camping) : kit

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