Duffel bag

US military-issued Seabags

A duffel bag (or duffle bag, kit bag, gym bag) is a large cylindrical bag made of cloth (or other fabric) with a drawstring closure at the top.

The name comes from Duffel,^[1] a town in Belgium where the thick cloth used to make the bag originated. More recently, a duffel bag typically refers to the specific style of bag, though the phrase may also be used to refer to any large generic holdall or a bag made of thick fabric.

It is often used to carry luggage or sports equipment by people who travel in the outdoors. Duffel bags are also often used by military personnel. When used by sailors or Marines they are sometimes called seabags or "ditty" bags.

Different types of duffel bags

• Rolling duffel bag
• Expandable duffel bags
• Carry-on duffel bags
• Upright duffel bags
• Lightweight duffel bags

References

1. ^ "Duffel". Online Etymology Dictionary. http://www.etymonline.com/index.php?search=duffel&searchmode=none. Retrieved April 27, 2011. 

See also

• Duffle coat
• Hold-all
• Hockey bag

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