| Word | valise |
|---|---|
| Definition | n. A small traveling bag or suitcase for short trips. |
| Sentence | M'Coy had recently made a crusade in search of valises and portmanteaus to enable Mrs M'Coy to fulfil imaginary engagements in the country. |
| Source | Dubliners, "Grace", p. 181 |
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