rucksack
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noun
a type of knapsack carried by hikers, bicyclists, etc.
Origin:
1890–95; < German: literally, back sack
1890–95; < German: literally, back sack
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| US and Canadian name: backpack a large bag, usually having two straps and a supporting frame, carried on the back and often used by climbers, campers, etc | |
| [C19: from German, literally: back sack] | |
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Rucksack
is always a great word to know.
So is quincunx. Does it mean:
| an arrangement of five objects, as trees, in a square or rectangle, one at each corner and one in the middle. |
| a fool or simpleton; ninny. |
Etymonline
Word Origin & History
rucksack
1866, from Ger. Rucksack, from Alpine dialect Rück "the back" (from Ger. Rücken) + Sack "sack."
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Example sentences
Eliminates need to tote along a rucksack full of filters.
Willy soon spotted me, slowed down, and momentarily gave the impression that he might remove his rucksack and chat for a while.
He would whip out a belt-mounted computer, unsling his rucksack, and scan the bookcase in one quick motion.
It has some tiny leather straps so you can grab it and pull it out of your rucksack, airplane carry-on or messenger bag.
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