haversack

haversack with two straps

Meaning

Noun

A small, strong bag carried on the back or the shoulder, usually with only one strap, and originally made of canvas.
An oat-sack, or nosebag for a horse.

Origin

From French havresac, from Low German Haaversack and/or German Habersack, Hafersack. Compare also Dutch haverzak.

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