What is a rucksack in American English?
What is a rucksack in American English? A rucksack is a bag, often on a frame, used for carrying things on your back. American English: backpack /'bækpæk/
Is rucksack British or American?
The word backpack was coined in the United States in the 1910s. Moneybag and packsack were used prior, and now occur mainly as regionalisms. The word rucksack is a German loanword mainly used in the UK, US and in other Western military forces.
Why do British people say rucksack?
The word 'rucksack' comes from Germany and the term is frequently used in Western military forces, such as those in the UK and US. 'Rucking' is one of the most common military activities and so it's clear to see how rucksacks get their name.
What does the military call a backpack?
MOLLE. MOLLE stands for Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment. These bags were designed to improve the load carriage and individual soldier effectiveness in the field.
What is the English word for backpack?
Kids Definition backpack. 1 of 2 noun. back·?pack 'bak-?pak. : a camping pack carried on the back. also : knapsack.
Do English people say backpack or rucksack?
Most people in Britain or the British Isle's call it a rucksack. Some do use Backpack as well.