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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Travel headaches were plentiful throughout the two-day ordeal, with luggage being separated from its owners as flights across the country trickled to a stop. Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026 To avoid being targeted, travelers on Reddit have recommended fellow passengers discard their luggage tags at home or shred them. Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2026 The Prime Visa even includes travel insurance, such as travel accident insurance, lost luggage reimbursement, baggage delay insurance and rental car coverage. Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 5 Jan. 2026 By Sunday, long lines had formed inside MIA as travelers waited hours to track down luggage that had been sent ahead — even though their flights never took off. Bri Buckley, CBS News, 4 Jan. 2026 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 10 Jan. 2026.

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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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