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List of containers

Things you can put other things in.

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A quiver is something you store arrows in. You usually carry a quiver by wearing it on your back.

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A sachet is a small bag, usually used to store potpourri or small amounts of condiments like sugar or coffee.
Photo of some flour sacks.
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A sack is a type of large bag that is used to store things in. Sacks are most commonly used to store foods like rice and other grains, flour, and potatoes.
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A safe is a very strong metal box with a locked door. People use safes to store valuables like jewellery and money, or anything else they do not want other people to steal.
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A satchel is a small carry-bag, usually with a single strap.

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A scabbard, or sheath is a protective container that a sword is kept in. If you are carrying a sword with its scabbard on, you won't get hurt by the blade while you are carrying it. Scabbards can be quite decorative. The scabbard in the picture is made from leather.
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The picture is of the internal skeleton of the sea urchin. They are like a hollow ball and you often find them washed up on the beach.
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A sheath is a covering for the blade of a knife. Sheaths are often made of leather, and can be quite decorative.
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A shipping container is a very large box that is used for transporting goods very long distances. Containers are designed to stack onto each other, and are the perfect size to fit on trucks and trains. You can fit hundreds of containers on a cargo ship.
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A suitcase is a kind of box with a handle that you use for putting your clothes in when you travel. Packed suitcases are sometimes called luggage.