sports bag

Athletic gear holder

A sports bag is a large bag for carrying athletic gear—clothes, shoes, towels, and equipment.

Most have a main zippered compartment with smaller pockets for organization, and handles or a shoulder strap for carrying.

Also called a gym bag or duffel bag: She tossed her sports bag in the locker.

container

duffel

Cylindrical fabric bag

carryall · backpack · weekender · overnighter · satchel · rucksack · knapsack · daypack

gear

cleats

Spiked sports shoes

helmet · racquet · gloves · sneakers · swimsuit · towel · water bottle · mouthguard · uniform · yoga mat

activities

gym

Exercise facility

  • practiceRepeated work toward mastery
  • trainingDeveloping abilities through practice
  • matchGame between opponents

tournament · swimming · soccer · basketball · tennis · yoga · CrossFit · marathon · triathlon · cycling

durability

rugged

Tough and uneven

water-resistant · tear-resistant · hard-wearing · robust · long-lasting · nylon · polyester · canvas · ripstop · weatherproof

features

compartments

Enclosed subdivisions within something

  • pocketsFabric compartments in clothing
  • zippersInterlocking tooth fasteners
  • strapsNarrow securing bands

handles · mesh panels · ventilation · adjustable strap · water bottle holder

Categories
Opposites
purpose/context of use

sports bagbriefcase

Portable document container

laptop bag · work bag · attache case · document case · portfolio

formality/style

sports bagevening bag

Small formal occasion purse

clutch · designer handbag · dress bag · leather satchel

Family

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Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G