Question

He put his shirt in a large leather portmanteau.what do you think portmanteau means?

Answer 1

I think it means suitcase or bag

Answer 2

The word was adopted from the French. Its meaning refers to a large valise, case, trunk or suitcase. What is characteristic of this kind of luggage is that it opens up into two equal parts and it is made of stiff leather. It is no longer a very common travelling item but certain fashion firms, like Burberry, still carry them in their catalogues.