Usage Note
Malle denotes a large travelling trunk or chest, the kind used for long voyages. The phrase faire sa malle is colloquial for 'to pack up and leave'. Une malle-poste was the historical mail coach. Distinguish from la valise (suitcase, smaller) and le coffre (car boot/trunk or strongbox).
Examples
"Elle a rangé ses affaires dans la malle."
Natural Translation
She packed her belongings in the trunk.
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