Valises

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A type of suitcase or travel bag used for carrying clothing and personal items while traveling
2. Luggage designed for transport, often featuring a handle and sometimes wheels for ease of movement
3. A portable case utilized primarily for journeys, typically made to securely hold garments and other necessities

Etymology: "Valises" is the plural of "valise", a noun for a small portable case, usually of leather or canvas, used for carrying clothes and other essentials on a journey. The singular was borrowed into English from French, where "valise" has the same sense, and English speakers have used the form since it arrived, so the plural simply follows the usual English pattern of adding an "-s" to the singular.

Synonyms: suitcases, luggage, bags