baggage
1bag·gage
noun \ˈba-gij\Definition of BAGGAGE
1
: suitcases, trunks, and personal belongings of travelers : luggage
2
: transportable equipment especially of a military force
3
: intangible things (as feelings, circumstances, or beliefs) that get in the way <emotional baggage>
Origin of BAGGAGE
Middle English bagage, from Middle French, from bagues belongings, baggage
First Known Use: 15th century
2baggage
nounDefinition of BAGGAGE
1
: a contemptible woman; especially : prostitute
2
: a young woman
Origin of BAGGAGE
probably modification of Middle French bagasse, from Old Occitan bagassa
First Known Use: 1594
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