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garment bag

noun

: a bag that folds in half and is used to carry suits and dresses when you are traveling

Full Definition of GARMENT BAG

:  a bag used by travelers that folds in half and has a center handle for easy carrying
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First Known Use of GARMENT BAG

1927

Rhymes with GARMENT BAG

barracks bag, basic slag, body bag, bullyrag, carpetbag, ditty bag, duffel bag, heavy bag, litterbag, lollygag, saddlebag, scalawag, shopping bag, shoulder bag, sleeping bag, tucker-bag, water bag

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