Wardrobe trunk ( fr. Coffre - chest, box ; Latin cophinus - basket , travel bag; Greek κόφινος - basket) - chest , suitcase or travel bag with several compartments.
Application
Wardrobe trunks are actively used in motorcycle and bicycle tourism . Trunks for snowmobiles are also made. Unlike backpacks , the use of wardrobe trunks allows you to shift the center of gravity of the vehicle down, which has a positive effect on stability and handling.
There are wardrobe trunks for protecting photo , video , and other equipment. Such wardrobe trunks, along with a rigid frame, have a soft lining to absorb shock.
Due to the fact that some covers of musical instruments are made on a rigid basis, they are also often called wardrobe trunks.
Also, the word wardrobe trunk is used in the meaning of "cover for clothes."