a saddle hung with packs, equipment, etc, used on a pack animal
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pack•sad•dle
(pak′sad′l),USA pronunciation n.
- a saddle specifically designed for holding or supporting the load on a pack animal.
- Middle English pakke saddil. See pack1, saddle 1350–1400
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