English · Travel & Places
suitcase
/ˈsuːt.keɪs/
[/ˈsuːt.keɪs/]
travel case for clothes
Beginnernoun
Definition
A rectangular case with a handle, used for carrying clothes and belongings when travelling.
Example
She packed her suitcase carefully, folding each shirt so nothing would wrinkle on the journey.
She packed her suitcase carefully, folding each shirt so nothing would wrinkle on the journey.
Etymology
A compound of 'suit' (clothing) and 'case', dating to the late 19th century.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in travel and packing contexts.