carryall

noun

car·​ry·​all ˈka-rē-ˌȯl 

ˈker-ē-

1

[by folk etymology from French carriole, from Old Occitan carriola, ultimately from Latin carrus car]

a

: a light covered carriage for four or more persons

b

: a passenger automobile used as a small bus

2

[carry entry 1 + all entry 3] : a capacious bag or carrying case

Synonyms of carryall

• suitcase
• wallet
• backpack

Examples of carryall in a Sentence

took only a small carryall on the plane

Recent Examples on the Web

The quilted carryall is plenty roomy for hauling your gym clothes to the office or fitting it all of your must-haves for a busy spring weekend—say, a beach getaway or a whirl around a theme park. —Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2026

Ventilation aside, the springy print also tied the whole outfit together — her camel carryall and red flip-flops matched nicely with the bright blooms featured on her trousers. —Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026

Bring a tote bag that can double as a workout duffle and an everyday carryall, depending on your plans. —India Roby, Glamour, 17 Apr. 2026

In addition to gorgeous, envelope-style carryalls, the brand makes the perfect flats and loafers for every day. —Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1714, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

carryall

noun

car·​ry·​all ˈkar-ē-ˌȯl 

: a large bag or carrying case