Meaning Of The Word Portmanteau

Real Dictionary

What's the definition of Portmanteau? Find Portmanteau meanings, definitions and more at the Real Dictionary online.

Portmanteau Meaning

Portmanteau Definition
Portmanteau Definition

What's The Definition Of Portmanteau?

portmanteau in American English
a traveling case or bag; esp., a stiff leather suitcase that opens like a book into two compartments
noun: a case or bag to carry clothing in while traveling, esp. a leather trunk or suitcase that opens into two halves

portmanteau in British English
noun: (formerly) a large travelling case made of stiff leather, esp one hinged at the back so as to open out into two compartments

More Definitions

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

Definitions Of The Day

  • Bollocks ‐ Bollocks is used by some people to express disagreement…
  • Argovie ‐ Aargau; noun
  • Reprovable ‐ adjective: deserving…
  • Rosh Hodesh ‐ noun: the beginning of a new month in the Jewish…
  • Nibble ‐ Nibbles are small snacks such as biscuits, crisps…
  • Forward planning ‐ noun: planning or thoughts made…
  • Outlinear ‐ adjective: relating to…
  • Curfew ‐ in the Middle Ages, the ringing of a bell every…
  • Chrismon ‐ noun: the Chi-Rho; noun: the monogram and symbol…
  • Tour manager ‐ noun: the person in charge of an organized trip…