haversack (Meaning)
haversack (n)
a bag carried by a strap on your back or shoulder
haversack (n.)
A bag for oats or oatmeal.
A bag or case, usually of stout cloth, in which a soldier carries his rations when on a march; -- distinguished from knapsack.
A gunner's case or bag used carry cartridges from the ammunition chest to the piece in loading.
Synonyms & Antonyms of haversack
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haversack Sentence Examples
- The weary soldier slung his heavy haversack over his shoulder.
- The hiker packed her essential supplies into her capacious haversack.
- The refugees carried their meager belongings in rough haversacks.
- The haversack hung from the boy's bicycle, filled with snacks and water.
- The scout placed her haversack under a tree, keeping it hidden from prying eyes.
- The haversack contained a map, a compass, and a small first aid kit.
- The soldier's haversack bore the weight of his rifle and ammunition.
- The children giggled as they emptied their haversacks of Halloween candy.
- The volunteer distributed haversacks filled with food and blankets to the homeless.
- The haversack served as a makeshift pillow for the exhausted traveler.
FAQs About the word haversack
a bag carried by a strap on your back or shoulderA bag for oats or oatmeal., A bag or case, usually of stout cloth, in which a soldier carries his rations when
sack, backpack, rucksack, duffel bag, tote, pouch, satchel,knapsack, barracks bag, package
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The weary soldier slung his heavy haversack over his shoulder.
The hiker packed her essential supplies into her capacious haversack.
The refugees carried their meager belongings in rough haversacks.
The haversack hung from the boy's bicycle, filled with snacks and water.
