Definition of satchel

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satch·el    (schl) KEY  

NOUN:

A small bag, often having a shoulder strap, used for carrying books or clothing.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English sachel, from Old French, from Late Latin saccellus, from Latin sacculus, diminutive of saccus, bag ; see sack ¹

OTHER FORMS:
satcheled (Adjective), satchel·ful   (-fl) KEY  (Noun)

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