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bindle Meaning & Definition

-ɪndəl

What Does Bindle Mean?

As a noun, bindle means A length of cord, rope, twine, etc, used to bind something.

Quick Facts About Bindle

Part of speechnoun
Pronunciation/-ɪndəl/
Syllables1
Synonymsswag, swag bag and baggie
Pluralbindles

Bindle Definition (Noun)

  1. A length of cord, rope, twine, etc, used to bind something.

Noun

  1. A bundle carried by a hobo (usually containing his possessions), often on a stick slung over the shoulder; a blanket roll.
  2. Any bundle or package; specifically one containing narcotics such as cocaine, heroin, or morphine.

Synonyms of Bindle

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Antonyms of Bindle

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Bindle in a Sentence

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Word Forms & Grammar

bindle (plural bindles)

Words That Rhyme With Bindle

Origin of Bindle

Origin 1: Unknown; compare Old English bindele (“a binding, a tying”)[2] from bindan (“to bind”), and bundle. Additionally, compare mister from master.

Origin 2: Probably a corruption of bundle; perhaps influenced by the preceding word bindle meaning "length of cord used to bind something".[1]

How to Pronounce Bindle

The standard pronunciation of bindle is /-ɪndəl/, spoken in 1 syllable.

Questions People Ask About Bindle

What part of speech is bindle?

Bindle is a noun.

What is another word for bindle?

Words with a similar meaning to bindle include swag, swag bag and baggie. See the full list of bindle synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of bindle?

The plural of bindle is bindles.

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