fanny pack

noun

: a pack that straps to the waist and is used for carrying personal articles

Examples of fanny pack in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web And don’t miss out on this lightweight belt bag that can be worn as a crossbody bag or a fanny pack. Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 5 Jan. 2024 Nostalgic adults like me and young people with a penchant for retro aesthetics are sure to delight in spotting objects redolent of yesteryear: the Walkmans, fanny packs, TV Guides. Lisa Wong MacAbasco, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2024 Police said a gun was found near where officers confronted the man, and that the man was wearing a fanny pack that contained ammunition. Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 24 Feb. 2024 Blu, still nerdy after all these years, sporting a fanny pack using a GPS for navigation, is reluctant, but outnumbered. Miami Staff, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024 This bag can be worn either as a fanny pack or a sling bag across your chest in the front or back, both of which will keep it secure to your body. Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2024 When Madera refused to give up the fanny pack, Guzman-Agramon shot him, the district attorney said. Paloma Chavez, Sacramento Bee, 6 Feb. 2024 American Apparel has good options for fanny packs and canvas totes. Miami Staff, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024 Unlike typical fanny packs that sit loose, a proper one is lightweight, clinging to the waist snuggly to avoid any unnecessary bounce. Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Nov. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of fanny pack was in 1957

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“Fanny pack.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fanny%20pack. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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fanny pack

noun
: a pack that straps to the waist and is used for carrying personal items

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