Samsonite
- proper noun
- /ˈsæmsənaɪt/
- Personally, I like the rolling laptop cases from Kensington and the Samsonite Spinner suitcase (which can pivot in any direction).
- Samsonite suitcase
- Samsonite luggage
- Samsonite bag
Examples
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In the back of the pickup were an old tan Samsonite suitcase and a guitar case, both dusty and battered, both tied to a spare tire with a piece of clothesline rope.
Fiction book (1992) -
George carries the two Samsonites over to customs inspections.
Fiction book (2001) -
I opened up one of the Samsonites.
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Every May, my mother dragged the Samsonite luggage down from our attic and started packing.
Fiction book (1999) -
All of the gear was contained in two beat-up black Samsonite suitcases.
Fiction book (2001) -
The money will fit into two Samsonite hard-shell suitcases, model #260.
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I snapped my old Samsonite shut and straightened up my room, wanting everything to be neat and orderly upon my return.
Fiction book (1990) -
Vanessa carries her compact flight attendant bag and Austin takes his two bright red oversized leatherette Samsonite suitcases.
Fiction book (1997) -
Every May, my mother dragged her Samsonite luggage down from our attic and started packing.
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Calvin buckled his blue Samsonite suitcase and started for the stairs.
Surface Forms
Etymology
The brand name Samsonite was formed from Samson, the famous strong man, with the added -ite to make a product name. That idea of 'strength' explains why the company is known for durable, long-lasting luggage.