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zipless bag

zipless bag

7.8
A bag without a zipper that has a smooth, simple shape
  • noun
  • UK
translation icon : bolsa sin cremallera
  • She carried a stylish zipless bag to match her minimalist outfit.

Examples

  • I prefer using zipless bags for a sleek look.

  • For faster airport security checks, many travelers use a zipless bag.

  • The designer released a new line featuring every color of zipless bag imaginable.

  • She bought a zipless bag for her vacation.

  • Many people choose a zipless bag for its clean design and ease of access.

  • He packed his essentials into a zipless bag for a quick trip to the beach.

  • The new store specializes in eco-friendly zipless bags that are both stylish and practical.

Surface Forms

zipless bag singular
zipless bags plural

Morphology

zipless + bag

The meaning 'a bag designed without a zipper' is directly and transparently derived from combining 'zipless' (without a zipper) with 'bag' (a portable container). The '-less' morphological pattern and adjective+noun compounding are regular and cross-linguistically common, so a B1 learner who knows the constituents will readily infer the meaning.

Etymology

Zipless bag comes from the simple image of a bag with no zip, so it looks smooth and plain. That's why it means a bag made 'without a zipper' for a cleaner, easier style.