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SKOOLB-ag/ˈskuːlbæɡ/

A schoolbag is a bag for books and things you take to school. A rucksack is worn on your back and can be a schoolbag. A handbag is a small bag, often for a woman, not for school books. In your schoolbag; pack your schoolbag. Countable: a schoolbag.

Meaning

A bag for carrying books and things to school.

Examples

• “Her schoolbag is too heavy.”
• “His schoolbag is under the chair.”
• “Do not leave your schoolbag on the bus.”

Good to know

in / pack your schoolbag. Contrast: rucksack (on your back), handbag.

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