haversack

noun

Definition of haversacknext
as in knapsack

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Recent Examples of haversack Elsewhere, the design features a small capsule of Normandy sand and a strap made from an M-1928 haversack, the backpacks widely used by the US Army during World War II. — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025 Each foot soldier carried a ten-pound musket, a sixteen-inch bayonet, a tin canteen, a linen haversack, and his own blanket—a battlefield luxury, since in peacetime five men typically shared two blankets. — / Cbs News, CBS News, 13 June 2025 Trimmed with luggage slats and a restraint bar, the box lands ready to support any traveling cases, haversacks, miniature steamer trunks, or other traveling caboodle carried in the cabin, but definitely not any plus-two passengers. — Larry Griffin, Car and Driver, 24 Apr. 2023 There was the field bag (a canvas haversack used by soldiers in both world wars), the satchel (worn across the body and popularized by Indiana Jones), and the tote bag (notably prevalent among readers of The New Yorker). — Nick Haramis, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2021 The next entry shows Gigger was docked pay for losing a canteen and a haversack. — Dennis Hohenberger, Courant Community, 14 Mar. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for haversack
  1. knapsack
  2. satchel
  3. backpack
  4. rucksack
  5. pouch
  6. tote
  7. sack
  8. duffel bag
Noun
  • My trusty knapsack has come with me on European adventures and weekend trips, but sadly, it’s begun to show signs of wear and tear after years of regular use.
    — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026
  • Since then, numerous gloves have been found scattered near the main drag as well as a knapsack sold at Walmart.
    — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
Definition of knapsack
Noun
  • Comparable to a $5,700 Bottega Veneta bag, this rich-looking satchel brims with timeless appeal.
    — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026
  • Next to me, a woman with colorful tattoo sleeves and a tasseled leather satchel nods coolly behind her sunglasses.
    — Nick H. Penniman, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2026
Definition of satchel
Noun
  • The backpack should sit at waist level, fit snugly against the back, and be worn with both padded shoulder straps, not over one shoulder.
    — Michael Swartzon, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Freddy’s backpack Strappy (Patton Oswalt) still talks, but the kids suddenly sound a little more adult and self-conscious, as if freed somehow (even though they’re being hunted by Buddy).
    — Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of backpack
Noun
  • The pack can be a rucksack, backpack or vest, and the exercise has roots in military training before crossing over into mainstream fitness.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
  • Kerouac had already framed the problem in The Dharma Bums, where a character modeled on Gary Snyder called for a rucksack revolution to counter America’s addiction to muchness.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 29 June 2026
Definition of rucksack
Noun
  • The backpack is also designed with a padded laptop sleeve, several pockets, and a detachable pouch for storing valuables or toiletries.
    — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
  • For the first time, Gallup asked about consumption of nicotine pouches, small sachets placed between the upper lip and gum that allow direct absorption of nicotine into the bloodstream.
    — Dario Sabaghi, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of pouch
Noun
  • For the price of two bottles of water, this one is big enough to keep you hydrated but doesn’t take up all the room in your tote.
    — Carin Ryan, Travel + Leisure, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Song’s picks start at just $13, including cool-girl clogs and a practical slouchy tote.
    — Anna Traver, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of tote
Noun
  • Mills, a fifth-round pick in 2025, recorded his first career sack in the Super Bowl, and could be in line for more snaps in his second season after missing most of his rookie campaign due to injury.
    — Andrew Destin, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The Bruins’ defense managed just 10 sacks and 40 tackles for loss last season — both worst in the FBS.
    — Beth Harris, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of sack
Noun
  • One of the rescuers gets close to the canine and takes him into his arms before placing him in a duffel bag.
    — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Surveillance footage shows Ruis snatching the $275 bauble, which was attached to a $3,500 Alo Odyssey duffel bag, and wrapping it in a tissue before stuffing it into his pocket, according to a criminal complaint and law enforcement sources.
    — Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of duffel bag

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“Haversack.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/haversack. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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