backpack

1 of 2

noun

back·pack ˈbak-ˌpak How to pronounce backpack (audio)

plural backpacks

: a pack (see pack entry 1 sense 1a) that usually has two shoulder straps and is carried on the back: such as

(1)

: a large pack (as of canvas or nylon) that is supported by an external or internal frame (as of aluminum) and is used especially for carrying supplies when hiking and camping

The logistics of the trip required that I carry all my stuff in a backpack. Since I didn't want to lug too heavy a load on the hiking leg of the trip, I pared way down.

Daisann McLane

(2)

: a bag or small pack (as of canvas, polyester, or nylon) used for carrying personal belongings or supplies : knapsack

I rode my bicycle to the market and rode home with my backpack full of exotic lettuces and basil-garlic baguettes.

Meredith Maran

Each morning, tens of thousands of moms load phones, along with homework, into the backpacks of schoolchildren.

Michael Specter

: a load carried on the back

: a piece of equipment designed for use while being carried on the back

By wearing a jet-propelled "space backpack," astronauts will be able to move freely in space, making it possible to build, repair, and maintain craft in orbit …

Business Week

I'm soaring above the central Sahara in a powered paraglider, a single-seat aircraft that looks like a flying lawn chair. Developed in France, it combines an inflated, parachute-like wing with a 50-pound motorized backpack.

George Steinmetz

Example Sentences

Noun stuffed her backpack with so many books that she could barely walk Verb After college, she backpacked through Europe. We're planning to go backpacking in a national park this summer.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Keep smartphones, chapstick, heat packs, and more within easy reach with this clip-on backpack pocket from Matador.

Mike Richard, Men's Health, 16 Sep. 2022 Adrian Kamai Rivers, 52, was arrested around 12:30 p.m. in Palm Coast after a deputy stopped him for a headlight violation and found 219 grams of Fentanyl and 533 grams of marijuana inside a backpack in his vehicle, according to FCSO.

Orlando Sentinel, 16 Sep. 2022 One of the first responders, Lindholm said, wisely snatched a backpack that looked important.

Matt Porter, BostonGlobe.com, 16 Sep. 2022 Meanwhile, Andye was sitting, her traveling backpack on her knee and her headphones on.

CNN, 15 Sep. 2022 In a backpack left at the scene, police found a copy of the Constitution and a bible.

Brandy Zadrozny, NBC News, 14 Sep. 2022 Richard Franco, a spokesperson for the Phoenix Union High School District said police were investigating a suspicious backpack and were in the process of evacuating the school.

Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 13 Sep. 2022 An unattended backpack containing a pair of shoes, a laptop and a clarinet was reported stolen Sept. 6 from the front entrance of Percy Julian Middle School, 416 S. Ridgeland Ave.

Chicago Tribune, 13 Sep. 2022 Alejandro Pulido is rummaging through the trunk of his black Ford C-Max, filling up a backpack with bottled water and ziplock bags containing personal hygiene items.

San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2022

Verb

Meanwhile, Princess Gabriella chose a fashionable pink sequins backpack, glittering to the max with a decorative bow.

Peter Mikelbank, Peoplemag, 6 Sep. 2022 That country is just a dream for anyone who loves to hike or backpack.

Elizabeth Hightower Allen, Outside Online, 16 Aug. 2022 This tiny Bluetooth speaker is great to take on the go, with its compact size and ability to easily attach to backpack straps.

Karla Pope, Woman's Day, 11 Aug. 2022 The styles are still decidedly mens-y, though less traditional than a briefcase or backpack.

Christian Allaire, Vogue, 2 Aug. 2022 Our Good Housekeeping Institute textiles experts rounded up beach chairs with a range of features like multiple position recline for tanning and back pain relief, backpack straps for portability and adjustable canopies for extra sun protection.

Jacqueline Saguin, Good Housekeeping, 2 Aug. 2022 Regular packing cubes prove their value in your suitcase or backpack by organizing small items.

Jakob Schiller, Outside Online, 16 July 2022 The paint—a temporary, washable coating that’s invisible by day but generates impressive reflectivity at night—can be applied almost anywhere on a cyclist, from her helmet and shoes to her clothes and backpack and even skin.

Andrew Tilin, Outside Online, 15 May 2015 With over 2,000 Amazon reviews, this Amazon Basics backpack is a popular pick.

Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 10 June 2022 See More

单词	backpacked
释义	backpack 1 of 2 noun back·pack ˈbak-ˌpak plural backpacks 1 a : a pack (see pack entry 1 sense 1a) that usually has two shoulder straps and is carried on the back: such as (1) : a large pack (as of canvas or nylon) that is supported by an external or internal frame (as of aluminum) and is used especially for carrying supplies when hiking and camping The logistics of the trip required that I carry all my stuff in a backpack. Since I didn't want to lug too heavy a load on the hiking leg of the trip, I pared way down. Daisann McLane (2) : a bag or small pack (as of canvas, polyester, or nylon) used for carrying personal belongings or supplies : knapsack I rode my bicycle to the market and rode home with my backpack full of exotic lettuces and basil-garlic baguettes. Meredith Maran Each morning, tens of thousands of moms load phones, along with homework, into the backpacks of schoolchildren. Michael Specter b : a load carried on the back 2 : a piece of equipment designed for use while being carried on the back By wearing a jet-propelled "space backpack," astronauts will be able to move freely in space, making it possible to build, repair, and maintain craft in orbit … Business Week I'm soaring above the central Sahara in a powered paraglider, a single-seat aircraft that looks like a flying lawn chair. Developed in France, it combines an inflated, parachute-like wing with a 50-pound motorized backpack. George Steinmetz backpack 2 of 2 verb backpacked; backpacking; backpacks transitive verb : to carry (food or equipment) on the back especially in hiking intransitive verb : to hike with a backpack backpacker noun Synonyms Noun kit bag knapsack pack packsack rucksack See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun stuffed her backpack with so many books that she could barely walk Verb After college, she backpacked through Europe. We're planning to go backpacking in a national park this summer. Recent Examples on the Web Noun Keep smartphones, chapstick, heat packs, and more within easy reach with this clip-on backpack pocket from Matador. Mike Richard, Men's Health, 16 Sep. 2022 Adrian Kamai Rivers, 52, was arrested around 12:30 p.m. in Palm Coast after a deputy stopped him for a headlight violation and found 219 grams of Fentanyl and 533 grams of marijuana inside a backpack in his vehicle, according to FCSO. Orlando Sentinel, 16 Sep. 2022 One of the first responders, Lindholm said, wisely snatched a backpack that looked important. Matt Porter, BostonGlobe.com, 16 Sep. 2022 Meanwhile, Andye was sitting, her traveling backpack on her knee and her headphones on. CNN, 15 Sep. 2022 In a backpack left at the scene, police found a copy of the Constitution and a bible. Brandy Zadrozny, NBC News, 14 Sep. 2022 Richard Franco, a spokesperson for the Phoenix Union High School District said police were investigating a suspicious backpack and were in the process of evacuating the school. Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 13 Sep. 2022 An unattended backpack containing a pair of shoes, a laptop and a clarinet was reported stolen Sept. 6 from the front entrance of Percy Julian Middle School, 416 S. Ridgeland Ave. Chicago Tribune, 13 Sep. 2022 Alejandro Pulido is rummaging through the trunk of his black Ford C-Max, filling up a backpack with bottled water and ziplock bags containing personal hygiene items. San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2022 Verb Meanwhile, Princess Gabriella chose a fashionable pink sequins backpack, glittering to the max with a decorative bow. Peter Mikelbank, Peoplemag, 6 Sep. 2022 That country is just a dream for anyone who loves to hike or backpack. Elizabeth Hightower Allen, Outside Online, 16 Aug. 2022 This tiny Bluetooth speaker is great to take on the go, with its compact size and ability to easily attach to backpack straps. Karla Pope, Woman's Day, 11 Aug. 2022 The styles are still decidedly mens-y, though less traditional than a briefcase or backpack. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 2 Aug. 2022 Our Good Housekeeping Institute textiles experts rounded up beach chairs with a range of features like multiple position recline for tanning and back pain relief, backpack straps for portability and adjustable canopies for extra sun protection. Jacqueline Saguin, Good Housekeeping, 2 Aug. 2022 Regular packing cubes prove their value in your suitcase or backpack by organizing small items. Jakob Schiller, Outside Online, 16 July 2022 The paint—a temporary, washable coating that’s invisible by day but generates impressive reflectivity at night—can be applied almost anywhere on a cyclist, from her helmet and shoes to her clothes and backpack and even skin. Andrew Tilin, Outside Online, 15 May 2015 With over 2,000 Amazon reviews, this Amazon Basics backpack is a popular pick. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 10 June 2022 See More Word History First Known Use Noun 1897, in the meaning defined at sense 1b Verb 1899, in the meaning defined at transitive sense Kids Definition backpack noun back·pack ˈbak-ˌpak : a bag worn on the back for carrying things backpacked verb past tense of backpack as in caravanned Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance caravanned caravaned slept out tented bivouacked encamped bedded (down) camped (out)
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