1. a flat rectangular case with a handle, used for carrying business documents and papers

Examples

• He carried his laptop and contracts in a leather briefcase.
• The lawyer opened her briefcase and pulled out the legal documents.
• Dad forgot his briefcase at home and had to go back for it.
• She bought a new black briefcase for her first day at the office.
• The businessman’s briefcase was packed with important files.
• He set his briefcase down beside his desk chair.