besace

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French

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Etymology

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Inherited from Latin bisaccia, neuter plural of bisaccium, from bis and saccus. Doublet of bissac, biasse.

Pronunciation

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Noun

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besace f (plural besaces)

  1. satchel

Usage notes

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  • Originally an open bag, formed of two pockets, used by beggars.

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