Definition

A large, cylindrical bag made of strong fabric, often used for carrying clothes and personal items, especially when traveling or camping.

Example

He packed his clothes into the duffel for the weekend trip.

Conversation

I just bought a new duffel bag for our camping trip.

That's awesome! A good duffel is essential for all the gear.

Yeah, it has plenty of space for my clothes and sleeping bag.

Perfect! You’ll definitely need all that when we’re out there.

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Root Explanation

Duffel originates from the name of a town in Belgium called Duffel, where a type of coarse woolen cloth was produced. The word refers to the bags made from this fabric, which became known as duffel bags.

Memory Tip

Think of the town of Duffel in Belgium, where this sturdy fabric was made, helping you remember that a duffel is a bag made from that material.

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