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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The rear seats are a bit cramped but still viable for adults (unlike the 500e) and there’s a decent amount of luggage space in the rear. James Morris, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025 Courtesy of Canyon Spirit The Signature Experience (the company’s version of coach service) includes daily breakfast, lunch, snacks, and both alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages aboard, motorcoach transfers to the hotels, luggage transfers, and gratuities for the service team. Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 20 Mar. 2025 Fresh on the heels of the Academy Awards, luggage brand Monos has announced Brody as the star of its latest ad campaign, which also puts the spotlight on its first-ever Aluminum Collection. Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Mar. 2025 This time around, the offering comes in three new bag silhouettes ($64 to $124), carry-on and check-in rollers in matte and glossy finishes ($228 to $358), and luggage covers ($48 to $64). Charlie Carballo, WWD, 20 Mar. 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 29 Mar. 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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