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knapsack

[nap-sak] / ˈnæpˌsæk /


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The blaze was brought under control by 22:30 using jets, beaters and knapsacks.

From BBC

They strapped on a machine that looks a bit like a knapsack and provides a robotic boost for the lower back.

From Science Daily

After Palacios opened his knapsack, he removed the picnic lunch he had prepared that morning — quesadillas with ham, cheese and nopalitos.

From Los Angeles Times

The Champagne — worth $2,900 in all — was pulled out of Gonzalez’ knapsack and returned to the guests who had ordered it, according to prosecutors.

From Seattle Times

Adelekan said the man’s knapsack was blown up in a controlled explosion after the suspect told officers to handle it with care.

From Washington Times