Definition of baggage
1 : suitcases, trunks, and personal belongings of travelers : luggage
2 : transportable equipment especially of a military force
3 : intangible things (such as feelings, circumstances, or beliefs) that get in the way emotional baggage
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Origin and Etymology of baggage
Middle English bagage, from Middle French, from bagues belongings, baggage
First Known Use: 15th century
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Definition of baggage
1 : a contemptible woman; especially : prostitute
2 : a young woman
Origin and Etymology of baggage
probably modification of Middle French bagasse, from Old Occitan bagassa
First Known Use: 1594
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: the bags, suitcases, and personal belongings of a traveler
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