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Definition of kitbag

kitbag

/ˈkɪt.bæɡ/
kit · bag
Plural:kitbags
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kitbag Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

British A large, strong, often cylindrical canvas or fabric bag used by travelers, athletes, or service personnel to carry clothing and personal equipment.

Example

"Before boarding the train, he slung his heavy canvas kitbag over his shoulder."

2

British A collection of skills, resources, or techniques available to a person or organization for a particular purpose.

Example

"Negotiation and active listening are essential tools in any effective manager's kitbag."

Synonyms
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• Rhymes for kitbag

• Nearby Words

kissy
kit
kitaibelia
kitbag
kitchen
kitchener
kitchenette

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 19th century as a compound of "kit" (from Middle Dutch "kitte", originally a wooden tub or vessel, later extended to a soldier's equipment carried in such a container) and "bag" (from Old Norse "baggi", meaning a pack or bundle).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kitbag. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 2, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kitbag
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