Satchel: meaning, definitions and examples

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satchel

 

[ หˆsรฆtสƒษ™l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bag for carrying books

A satchel is a bag with a long strap, often used for carrying books or other items. It typically has a flap that folds over the top and fastens with a buckle or clasp.

Synonyms

backpack, bag, briefcase

Examples of usage

  • I always carry my textbooks in my satchel.
  • She slung her satchel over her shoulder and headed to class.
Context #2 | Noun

musical instrument

In music, a satchel refers to a kind of bagpipe used in the Middle East and parts of Asia. It produces a distinct sound and is often played at cultural events and celebrations.

Synonyms

bagpipe, musical instrument

Examples of usage

  • The traditional music featured the haunting notes of the satchel.
  • The musician expertly played the satchel at the festival.

Translations

Translations of the word "satchel" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mochila

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅˆเค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rucksack

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ransel

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะฐะฝะตั†ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ plecak

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒชใƒฅใƒƒใ‚ฏใ‚ตใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sac ร  dos

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mochila

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sฤฑrt รงantasฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐฐ๋‚ญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญู‚ูŠุจุฉ ุธู‡ุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ batoh

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ batoh

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ƒŒๅŒ…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nahrbtnik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bakpoki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ัŽะบะทะฐะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ–แƒฃแƒ แƒ’แƒฉแƒแƒœแƒ—แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงanta

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mochila

Etymology

The word 'satchel' originated from the Middle English word 'sachel' which came from the Old French word 'sacel', meaning a small bag or wallet. The use of satchels dates back to ancient times when they were used to carry important documents, money, or tools. Over the years, satchels have evolved in design and purpose, becoming a popular accessory for students and professionals alike.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,157, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.