fanny pack

noun

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

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And while there’s no shortage of crossbody bag styles to choose from, Mahomes’ sporty fanny pack is great for those who need to keep essentials on hand and out of the way when traveling, tending to children, and everything in between. Averi Baudler, People.com, 20 July 2025 Only clear bags not exceeding 12 inches by 12 inches by 6 inches, handbags not exceeding 8 inches by 5 inches by 1 inch, and fanny packs not exceeding 8 inches by 5 inches will be permitted inside the facility. Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 16 July 2025 Don’t buy: A shoulder bag Do buy: A crossbody or belt bag Another multipurpose item to buy on Prime Day is a crossbody or belt bag (a.k.a. fanny pack) instead of a shoulder bag. Erin Cavoto, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025 Several types of bags are prohibited, including all backpacks, camera/binocular cases, large grocery/reusable totes, mesh or straw bags, duffle bags and fanny packs. Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 7 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for fanny pack

Word History

First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 24 Jul. 2025.

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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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