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Briefcase
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Simple meaning
What does Briefcase mean?
A briefcase is a case for carrying papers or work items.
Dictionary definition
A flat case used to carry papers, books, or work items.
Example sentences
Briefcase in a sentence
easy
He carried papers in his briefcase.
medium
The lawyer placed the folder inside the briefcase.
hard
The old leather briefcase held letters, contracts, and a small notebook.
Synonyms
Words like Briefcase
caseUse for something that holds and protects items.
satchelUse for a bag often used to carry books or papers.
Antonyms
Opposite words
loose papersPapers not carried inside a case.
empty handsA contrast to carrying items in a briefcase.
Word family
Briefcase word family
Base word
briefcase
noun
briefcases
More than one briefcase.
noun
case
A container used to hold or protect things.
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Practice 1
What does briefcase mean?
A briefcase is used to carry papers, books, or work items.
Practice 2
Which word can be close in meaning to briefcase?
A satchel is a bag that can carry papers or books.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses briefcase correctly?
A briefcase can hold documents and work papers.
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