duffle

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

Alteration of duffel, influenced by suffix -le.

"Load her down by the head all you can," said the latter, as the boys began storing the remaining duffle aboard. — The Young Alaskans on the Missouri, Emerson Hough
Among her stores they chose a light coloured quilted petticoat, a flowered gown--lilac flowers on a white ground, to be particular--an apron and a long duffle cloak. — The True Story Book, Unknown
They wore blue caps, gray duffle greatcoats like those used by our Highlanders, light blue pantaloons fitting closely their thick short leg, and boots which rose above the ankle, and laced in front. — Pilgrimage from the Alps to the Tiber : $b or, The influence of Romanism on trade, justice, and knowledge, J. A. (James Aitken) Wylie

duffel bag, duffle bag, duffel

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