Carpetbag ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Carpetbag ( noun )

1. A large bag made of carpet or similar material, typically used for traveling.
2. A large suitcase or bag, often made of carpet material or other sturdy materials, used for transporting personal belongings.

Origin:

Formed from the word "carpet" meaning a thick covering for floors and "bag" meaning a container made of cloth or other material.

Examples:

1. He packed his clothes in a carpetbag and set off on his journey.
2. The old fashioned carpetbag was a popular way to transport belongings in the 19th century.
3. The carpetbag was heavy, but it held all of her belongings.
4. He carried his possessions in a worn and frayed carpetbag.
5. The carpetbag was a familiar sight at the train station.

(As a verb)

Carpetbag ( verb )

1. A large bag made of carpet or similar material, typically used for traveling.
2. A large suitcase or bag, often made of carpet material or other sturdy materials, used for transporting personal belongings.

Origin:

Formed from the word "carpet" meaning a thick covering for floors and "bag" meaning a container made of cloth or other material.

Examples:

1. He packed his clothes in a carpetbag and set off on his journey.
2. The old fashioned carpetbag was a popular way to transport belongings in the 19th century.
3. The carpetbag was heavy, but it held all of her belongings.
4. He carried his possessions in a worn and frayed carpetbag.
5. The carpetbag was a familiar sight at the train station.