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sack

[sæk]

sack Definition

  • 1a large bag made of a strong material such as hessian, thick paper, or plastic, used for storing and carrying goods
  • 2dismissal from employment

Using sack: Examples

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

  • Example

    He carried a sack of potatoes on his back.

  • Example

    I need to buy some sacks to store the grain.

  • Example

    The company announced the sack of 50 employees due to budget cuts.

  • Example

    He was given the sack after being caught stealing.

sack Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with sack

  • go to bed or sleep

    Example

    I'm exhausted, I think I'll hit the sack early tonight.

  • be dismissed from one's job

    Example

    He got the sack for repeatedly coming late to work.

  • fall asleep quickly and deeply

    Example

    After a long day at work, he usually sacks out in front of the TV.

Origins of sack

from Old English 'sacc', from Latin 'saccus', from Greek 'sakkos'

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Summary: sack in Brief

The term 'sack' [sæk] refers to a large bag made of a strong material used for storing and carrying goods. It also means dismissal from employment, often used informally as 'get the sack.' Examples include 'He carried a sack of potatoes on his back.' and 'He was given the sack after being caught stealing.' Phrases like 'hit the sack' and 'sack out' refer to sleeping.

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