luggage

noun

lug·​gage ˈlə-gij How to pronounce luggage (audio)
: 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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Before storing the luggage, place an odor absorber inside the bag that will pull out any lingering bacteria or fragrances. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2025 The centers provide luggage storage and information desks for travelers. Bernice Ooi, CNBC, 26 June 2025 Comfortably transport a family of four complete with luggage to the airport Volkswagen’s ID. Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 21 June 2025 Not only does that eat up your luggage storage space, but carrying the additional weight of two whole batteries seems overkill, especially for a bike equivalent to the 125cc class. Utkarsh Sood june 21, New Atlas, 21 June 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 2 Jul. 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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