briefcase

Lawyer's leather box

A briefcase is a flat, rectangular case with a handle, used for carrying documents, papers, and other work-related materials.

The term evokes professional or business contexts, and briefcases are associated with lawyers, executives, and office workers.

Modern briefcases may include compartments for laptops and other electronics.

He grabbed his briefcase and headed to the meeting.

formal

suit

Matched formal garments

  • tieEqual score, or neckwear
  • attirePersonal garments collectively
  • polishedSmooth, refined, accomplished

sophisticated · dress-code · boardroom · distinguished · tailored · classic · elegant · refined · dapper · groomed

container

leather

Tanned animal skin

clasp · buckle · pocket · zipper · lock · strap · hinge · combination · snap · closure

contents

documents

Formal written records

  • laptopPortable hinged computer
  • filesStored data collections
  • foldersPaper organizers with pockets

papers · reports · contracts · memos · tablet · pens · notepad · planner · agenda · proposals

professional

attorney

Licensed legal representative

banker · accountant · salesperson · manager · director · analyst · commuter · businessman · businesswoman · office

types

attaché

Embassy specialist officer

valise · carryall · folio · tote · wheeled · rolling · hardcase

travel

airport

Aviation passenger facility

checkpoint · TSA · luggage · transit · portable · mobile · on-the-go

organized

compartments

Enclosed subdivisions within something

  • dividersThings that partition space
  • pocketsFabric compartments in clothing
  • slotsNarrow elongated openings

sections · tabs · sorted · neat · systematic · arranged · orderly · structured · filing · labeled

Categories
Opposites
formality/professional context

briefcasefanny pack

Zippered pouch worn at waist

bum bag · bindle · backpack · beach bag · gym bag

portability/size

briefcasefiling cabinet

Furniture for organized papers

desk drawer · storage locker · trunk · chest · wardrobe

size/capacity

briefcasesteamer trunk

Large rigid voyage luggage

suitcase · luggage · duffel bag · hiking pack · coin purse

Family

briefcases

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G