(UK, Commonwealth, law) A traditional bag used by barristers and lawyers to carry legal documents and case briefs (not underpants).
(UK, Commonwealth, law) A traditional bag used by barristers and lawyers to carry legal documents and case briefs (not underpants).
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(obsolete, historical, law) A brief-bag used by barristers and lawyers, typically made of green leather.
(obsolete, slang) A bundle of worthless papers tied up with red tape, carried by unemployed barristers in the back rows of the courts to simulate briefs.
(chiefly, US) The pouch or case traditionally carried by medical doctors, especially when making house calls, and containing medical instruments and supplies.
A pouch or case containing burglary tools.
(British) A bag used for carrying post (mail).