Daypack: meaning, definitions and examples
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daypack
[ ˈdeɪˌpæk ]
traveling
A small backpack used for short trips or day hikes, typically designed to carry essential items such as water, snacks, a map, and a first aid kit.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I packed my daypack with snacks and water before heading out on the trail.
- Don't forget to bring your daypack for our day trip to the mountains.
outdoor activities
A lightweight and compact backpack, often with multiple compartments, used for outdoor activities such as cycling, hiking, or sightseeing.
Synonyms
day bag, daypack backpack
Examples of usage
- She always carries her camera in her daypack when we go hiking.
- The daypack has enough room for all the essentials without being too bulky.
Translations
Translations of the word "daypack" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mochila de dia
🇮🇳 दैनिक बैग
🇩🇪 Tagesrucksack
🇮🇩 tas harian
🇺🇦 денний рюкзак
🇵🇱 plecak jednodniowy
🇯🇵 デイパック
🇫🇷 sac à dos de jour
🇪🇸 mochila de día
🇹🇷 günlük sırt çantası
🇰🇷 데이팩
🇸🇦 حقيبة نهارية
🇨🇿 denní batoh
🇸🇰 denný batoh
🇨🇳 日用背包
🇸🇮 dnevni nahrbtnik
🇮🇸 dagsbakpoki
🇰🇿 күндік рюкзак
🇬🇪 დღიური ზურგჩანთა
🇦🇿 günlük çanta
🇲🇽 mochila de día
Etymology
The term 'daypack' originated in the mid-20th century as a combination of 'day' (indicating its intended use for daytime activities) and 'pack' (referring to a bag or backpack). Daypacks became popular among outdoor enthusiasts and travelers for their convenience and practicality in carrying essential items for short trips or day hikes.
See also: daily, day, daybed, daybreak, daylight, daystar, daytime, nowadays, today, yesterday.