baggage claim

noun

: the area in an airport where arriving passengers pick up their checked baggage

Examples of baggage claim in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This two-pack comes in easy-to-spot colors like hot pink, neon green, bright purple, pretty lavender, royal blue, yellow, and orange, for lots of variety that will stand out on any baggage claim. — Emily Hochberg, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

Passengers needing to access the baggage claim and SEPTA platform at A-East are able to do so using the A-West elevator. — Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 29 June 2026

Practical style and smart storage Available in multiple color options, the COOLIFE set allows travelers to choose a look that suits their personal style while also making luggage easier to identify at baggage claim. — New Atlas, 22 June 2026

Among the largest upcoming improvement projects for the property is a terminal redevelopment program that will include a new baggage claim area as well as additional common areas and outdoor spaces. — Casey Mann, Arkansas Online, 16 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for baggage claim

• acclaim
• aflame
• airframe
• ballgame
• became
• declaim
• defame
• disclaim
• doorframe
• exclaim
• inflame
• mainframe