saddle-bags

Pouches flanking horses

Saddlebags are pouches that hang in pairs across a horse's back or over the rear wheel of a bicycle or motorcycle.

The word also describes deposits of fat on the outer thighs and hips: She complained about her saddlebags.

Usually spelled as one word: saddlebags.

equestrian

panniers

Paired cargo baskets

Western · tack · straps · buckles · cantle · pommel · cowboy · pack horse · cavalry · mule

cycling

panniers

Paired cargo baskets

commuter · waterproof · handlebar · cargo · cyclist · roll-top · messenger · carrier · gear · storage

anatomy

thighs

Upper leg sections

pear-shaped · love handles · liposuction · contouring · gluteal · adipose · toning · exercises · squats · lunges

Opposites
carrying method/position

saddle-bagsbackpack

Strapped bag worn dorsally

rucksack · knapsack · shoulder bag · messenger bag · duffel bag

Family

saddlebag, saddlebags

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G