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Definitions

rucksack

[ruhk-sak, rook-] / ˈrʌkˌsæk, ˈrʊk- /
NOUN
backpack
Synonyms
STRONGEST
knapsack
STRONG
haversack pack
NOUN
bag
Synonyms
STRONGEST
backpack briefcase gear handbag kit pack packet pocket pouch purse sack suitcase
STRONG
carryall case duffel haversack holdall knapsack pocketbook poke sac saddlebag satchel tote
WEAK
attaché carry-on
NOUN
knapsack
Synonyms
STRONGEST
duffel bag satchel
STRONG
carryall haversack pack
WEAK
kit bag
NOUN
pack
Synonyms
STRONGEST
backpack bundle equipment luggage
STRONG
baggage bale burden haversack knapsack load outfit parcel truss
NOUN
satchel
Synonyms
STRONGEST
backpack briefcase carry-on duffel bag handbag knapsack pouch suitcase
STRONG
carryall haversack pack saddlebag tote
WEAK
attaché garment bag overnight bag travel bag

Example Sentences

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One of the rescuers told the court she had her rucksack on and her head was tilted back.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

At various points on his journey, Noah appeared to discard some of his possessions including his rucksack and mobile phone.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

He is seen taking a photograph before leaving, carrying a rucksack.

From BBC • Sep. 11, 2025

It is not known what he was wearing when last seen, but police said he was an experienced hillwalker and was likely to have been wearing walking boots, a waterproof jacket and carrying a rucksack.

From BBC • Sep. 8, 2025

I slip off the rucksack and take out the book.

From "The Knife of Never Letting Go" by Patrick Ness