rucksack

noun (a rucksack, rucksacks)

«rucksack» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

A rucksack is a bag you carry on your back, with two straps over your shoulders. tree →

In the lessons

British, Irish and some Australian English; Americans say «backpack», which is also common everywhere. Everyday life and safety: pack a rucksack for a hike with water, snacks, a map, a coat and a first-aid kit; wear both straps to protect your back. Phrases: pack a rucksack, carry a rucksack, heavy rucksack.

Examples

Pack your rucksack for the school trip. tree →
My rucksack is too heavy. tree →
Wear both straps of your rucksack. tree →
He took a water bottle out of his rucksack. tree →
The hikers carried big rucksacks. tree →
My lunch is in the front pocket of my rucksack. tree →

Note

Countable. Spelling: ruck-sack, with ck. Same meaning as backpack. A heavy rucksack worn on one shoulder can hurt your back.

On Mova

Trees and pragmatics of «rucksack» in the school dictionary: every meaning and example parsed by Mova, with its dependency tree and frames.
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