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Definition backpack in American English

backpack verb

[intransitive/transitive] verb
/ˈbækˌpæk/
1

to travel around an area without spending much money, often on foot or using public transportation and carrying a backpack

Example

He taught English and backpacked around the countryside.

Example

Before getting married, she backpacked all over the world.

Example

I first backpacked Asia when I was 28.

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Definition backpack in American English