luggage

noun

lug·​gage ˈlə-gij 

: 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.

Recent Examples on the Web

There’s also a partition separating the rear seats from the luggage area. — Marco Della Cava, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2026

The fashion house also created a full wardrobe and travel kit for the car, including a leather racing jacket, driving shoes, gloves, a helmet, and luggage shaped specifically for its storage compartments. — John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 24 Aug. 2026

During a search of the vehicle, crews discovered multiple propane tanks below the bus and a vast amount of luggage, the outlets reported. — Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 24 Aug. 2026

In that case, more than $300,000 in luggage, glasses, wristwatches and jewelry was stolen, according to the criminal complaint. — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 23 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1595, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing luggage

• hand luggage
• luggage rack

Kids Definition

luggage

noun

lug·​gage ˈləg-ij 

: something that is lugged

especially : suitcases or traveling bags for a traveler's belongings : baggage