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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Wrangler offering everything from blankets and pillows to sheets, luggage, duffle bags, knives, lunch boxes and more through licensing partnerships. Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 12 Dec. 2025 This is seemingly why their carry-on luggage and duffel bags are always perfectly packed, not busting at the seams. Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 12 Dec. 2025 In addition to Vuitton’s bags and luggage, the new store houses men’s and women’s ready-to-wear, shoes, watches, fragrance, fine jewelry and home. David Moin, Footwear News, 12 Dec. 2025 Once part of New York Hospital’s ambulance annex, the one-of-a-kind two-building residnce is being sold by Slack founder Stewart Butterfield and Away luggage founder Jen Rubio. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2025 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 21 Dec. 2025.

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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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