luggage

noun

lug·​gage ˈlə-gij How to pronounce luggage (audio)
Synonyms of luggagenext
: something that is lugged
especially : suitcases for a traveler's belongings : baggage

Examples of luggage in a Sentence

Passengers are limited to two items of carry-on luggage.
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Plus, navigating transportation before and after the walk as well as planning the transfer of luggage each night has to be arranged. Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026 Cars arrive at the covered porte-cochère, where a fleet of friendly bellhops whisk you and your luggage inside. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026 In this way, the two belted seats can be positioned forward for the drive to camp, clearing load space for luggage and gear, then slid all the way back into lounge form at camp. New Atlas, 12 June 2026 When the plane landed, the passenger was removed from the aircraft, along with her luggage, according to the airline. Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for luggage

Word History

First Known Use

1595, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of luggage was in 1595

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“Luggage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luggage. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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luggage

noun
lug·​gage ˈləg-ij How to pronounce luggage (audio)
: something that is lugged
especially : suitcases or traveling bags for a traveler's belongings : baggage

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