diaper bag

English

Etymology

From diaper +‎ bag. The first sense is derived from the second. Second sense first attested in 1905.

Pronunciation

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Noun

diaper bag (plural diaper bags)

1. (Canada, US) A bag used during outings for the storage of items and supplies needed to take care of a baby, such as diapers, wet wipes, toiletries, food and toys.
2. (Canada, US, now dated) A bag designed specifically to carry soiled diapers for disposal.

Synonyms

• baby bag
• changing bag (somewhat formal)
• nappy bag (UK and Commonwealth)

Translations

A bag used for the storage of items and supplies needed to take care of a baby

• Afrikaans: doekesak
• Dutch: luiertas m
• German: Wickeltasche
• Spanish: pañalera f
• Turkish: bebek bezi çantası