luggage

noun

Definition of luggagenext
as in baggage
the bags and suitcases that a person carries when traveling Passengers are limited to two items of carry-on luggage.

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Recent Examples of luggage The Viceroy can carry 12 adult passengers and luggage in addition to its two captains, more than most private helicopters and small planes. — IEEE Spectrum, 22 Oct. 2026 Try to snag a pair of the fall drop’s ultra-low kitten heels or a certain color of the smiley luggage pouches before they’re all snapped up? — Alexandra Hildreth, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026 Since dropping into the Congo Basin, Dykes has already hit some setbacks, including losing his luggage upon arrival (and then ultimately getting it back). — Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2026 Replica explosives, including fake bombs and grenades, are not allowed in carry-on or checked luggage, according to TSA guidance. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for luggage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luggage
  1. baggage
  2. bags
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  • Flight attendants aren’t responsible for the weather, delays, baggage fees, or most airline policies, so don’t take your frustrations out on the people who are there to keep you safe and comfortable to the best of their abilities.
    — Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Travelers pay for baggage, seat reservations, in-person check-in or using a credit card.
    — Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of baggage
Noun
  • Cardboard boxes and mesh bags of food items being stored directly on floor of walk-in cooler.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
  • The remains, wrapped in several layers of garbage bags, were turned over to the Gang Supression Force by HERO, a relief organization that was contacted through humanitarian channels, the group told the Miami Herald.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of bags

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“Luggage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luggage. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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