brief-bag
(UK, Commonwealth, law) A traditional bag used by barristers and lawyers to carry legal documents and case briefs (not underpants).
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(UK, Commonwealth, law) A traditional bag used by barristers and lawyers to carry legal documents and case briefs (not underpants).
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