a bag carried on the back, supported by straps looped over the shoulders.
to hike while carrying a backpack; -- often used in the form go backpacking; as, to backpack through the forest.
A cloth or leather bag held to the back with double shoulder straps. Originally designed for a functional purpose, the backpack has now become a fashion item as well.
Designed to securely and comfortably hold a tank on a diver's back
container for camping supplies that is carried on the back
a bag carried by a strap on your back or shoulder
hike with a backpack; "Every summer they are backpacking in the Rockies"
a bag that has two shoulder straps
a bag you carry on your back
a comfortable alternative to the traditional briefcase-style laptop case
a good idea for day hikes to hold your water bottle, maps, etc
a good idea if you're bringing a sizable amount of gear along
a good idea, in case you are unable to work around the tides and wish to camp further in
a good idea in that it keeps your hands free to carry skis, boots, and poles
a good idea, sufficient to carry a raincoat and extra socks, as well as to carry a field guide, binoculars, snacks and water, a fast-action camera with telephoto lens, and a pad and pencil to record your sightings or just your thoughts
a sack that is worn on the back and is used to carry things
A utilitarian bag, worn on the back and attached to the body by shoulder straps. This bag has been used during man's early civilization but did not become as a fashionable accessory until the 1980s.
a bag that is supported by the shoulders with double handles and lies across the back. Backpacks are supported on either one or both shoulders.
The simplest form of backpack (also rucksack or knapsack) is a cloth sack carried on one's back and secured with two straps that go over the shoulders and below the armpits. The shoulder is better suited for bearing heavy weights for long periods of time than the hand, so backpacks are often used for that purpose.
A carrying pack with two shoulder straps that can be comfortably carried on your back.
A tank-type extinguisher carried on the back of the firefighters with straps to hold it in place and a pump built into the nozzle. Used extensively in natural cover fire fighting. Also, a pack used to carry hose on firefighters' backs.