What is a "bindle"?

A bindle, also known as a hobo sack or stick, is a simple bundle of belongings that is carried by a hobo or a homeless person. It typically consists of a stick or pole with a cloth or blanket attached to it, and the belongings are bundled and tied up in the cloth. The bindle is a common symbol of the transient lifestyle and is often depicted in popular culture as a stereotypical accessory of hobos or drifters. In modern times, the term "bindle" is also used metaphorically to describe a small amount of drugs or other illicit substances that are packaged in a simple manner for transport or sale.