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Definition of bumbag

bumbag

/ˈbʌm.bæɡ/
bum · bag
Plural:bumbags
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bumbag Lexical Profile

bumbag Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

British A small zippered pouch attached to a strap that is worn fastened around the waist or hips for carrying personal items.

Example

"The tourist kept his passport, phone, and spare cash securely zipped inside a bumbag while exploring the crowded market."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In British, Australian, and New Zealand English, "bumbag" is the standard term for what North Americans call a "fanny pack" (a term avoided in the UK and Commonwealth due to the vulgar slang meaning of "fanny").

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• Nearby Words

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bum
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bumble
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bumbler

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bumbag. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bumbag
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