haversack
noun
hav·er·sack ˈha-vər-ˌsak 
: a bag similar to a knapsack but worn over one shoulder
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web There was the field bag (a canvas haversack used by soldiers in both world wars), the satchel (worn across the body and popularized by Indiana Jones), and the tote bag (notably prevalent among readers of The New Yorker). 
Nick Haramis, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2021 The next entry shows Gigger was docked pay for losing a canteen and a haversack. Dennis Hohenberger, Courant Community, 14 Mar. 2018
Nick Haramis, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2021 The next entry shows Gigger was docked pay for losing a canteen and a haversack. Dennis Hohenberger, Courant Community, 14 Mar. 2018 Word History
Etymology
French havresac, from German Habersack bag for oats, from Haber oats + Sack bag
First Known Use
1711, in the meaning defined above
Kids Definition
haversack
noun
hav·er·sack ˈha-vər-ˌsak
: a bag worn over one shoulder for carrying supplies
haversacks
noun
as in knapsacks
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- knapsacks
- rucksacks
- backpacks
- satchels
- pouches
- totes
- sacks
- duffel bags
- carryalls
- barracks bags
- wallets
- portmanteaus
- portmanteaux
- packets
- packages
- traveling bags
- bundles
- purses
- handbags
- pocketbooks
- packs
- tote bags
- pokes
- parcels
- shopping bags
- kit bags
- ditty bags
- work bags
- garment bags
- flight bags
