black bag

black bag
a) A black plastic sack produced for the disposal of household waste.

The road was full of blackbags awaiting the arrival of the dustbin men.

b) The pouch or case traditionally carried by medical doctors, especially when making house calls, and containing medical instruments and supplies.

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