noun
- Plural of gladstone; small traveling bags or suitcases, typically with a hinged frame and two compartments.
Usage: Named after William Ewart Gladstone, a 19th-century British Prime Minister; Chiefly British; Often used in historical or vintage contexts
Examples
- The antique shop displayed several leather gladstones from the Victorian era.
- She packed her gladstones carefully before boarding the train.
- Collectors of vintage luggage often seek out authentic gladstones.
- The museum's exhibit featured gladstones used by travelers in the 1800s.
- He inherited a pair of worn gladstones from his grandfather.