schoolbag

Books go inside

A schoolbag is a bag for carrying books, supplies, and other items to and from school.

The term covers backpacks, messenger bags, and traditional satchels—any bag regularly used for this purpose: She stuffed her homework into her schoolbag.

contents

textbook

Academic subject manual

folder · binder · calculator · crayons · ruler · eraser · highlighter · planner · agenda · worksheet

design

backpack

Strapped bag worn dorsally

compartment · rucksack · knapsack · daypack · padded · adjustable · waterproof · ergonomic · nylon · canvas

student

homework

Student assignments for outside class

classmate · teacher · uniform · locker · hallway · playground · quiz · grades · study · chalkboard

carrying

shoulder

Upper arm joint

  • strapNarrow flexible binding material
  • carryMove while supporting
  • haulPull or carry laboriously

lug · load · heft · pack · schlep · heavy · weighted · burden · trudge · sling

Categories
Opposites
professional vs. educational context

schoolbagbriefcase

Portable document container

attaché case · work bag · portfolio · laptop bag · messenger bag

structured container vs. no container

schoolbagempty hands

loose papers · armload

Family

schoolboy, schoolbags

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