bindle meaning: definition, etymology and quotations

bindle

noun

UK /ˈbɪndl/

Etymology Unknown; compare Old English bindele (“a binding, a tying”) from bindan (“to bind”), and bundle. Additionally, compare mister from master.

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

noun

Etymology Probably a corruption of bundle; perhaps influenced by the preceding word bindle meaning "length of cord used to bind something".

Canada, US, Slang A bundle carried by a hobo (usually containing his possessions), often on a stick slung over the shoulder; a blanket roll.

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Canada, US, Slang Any bundle or package; specifically one containing narcotics such as cocaine, heroin, or morphine.