backpack

[ˈbæk.pæk]

backpack Definition

a bag that you carry on your back, used for carrying things when you are walking, hiking, etc..

Using backpack: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "backpack" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I always carry a backpack when I go hiking.

  • Example

    She put her books in her backpack and left for school.

  • Example

    He wore a backpack with all his camping gear inside.

backpack Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for backpack

Phrases with backpack

  • a person who travels or hikes carrying a backpack

    Example

    The backpacker set up camp near the river.

  • a style of journalism where reporters travel to remote or dangerous locations with minimal equipment, relying on lightweight digital cameras and laptops to file their stories

    Example

    The journalist's backpack journalism allowed him to report from the front lines of the conflict.

  • backpacker's hostel

    a budget accommodation option for travelers, typically offering dormitory-style rooms and shared facilities

    Example

    The backpacker's hostel was full of young travelers from all over the world.

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Summary: backpack in Brief

A 'backpack' [ˈbæk.pæk] is a bag worn on the back, typically used for carrying things while walking or hiking. It is also known as a 'rucksack,' 'knapsack,' or 'pack.' Examples include 'She put her books in her backpack and left for school.' 'Backpacker' refers to a person who travels or hikes with a backpack, while 'backpack journalism' describes a style of journalism where reporters travel light to remote locations.

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