Baggage
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbæɡɪd͡ʒ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Baggage is a noun meaning (uncountable) Portable cases, large bags, and similar equipment for manually carrying, pushing, or pulling personal items while traveling.
Meaning
(uncountable) Portable cases, large bags, and similar equipment for manually carrying, pushing, or pulling personal items while traveling.
More Meanings
- (uncountable, informal) Factors, especially psychological ones, which interfere with a person's ability to function effectively.
- (military, countable (obsolete) and uncountable) An army's portable equipment; its baggage train.
- (obsolete, countable, derogatory) A woman. A female, especially one who is saucy, impudent.
Example Sentences
Countable synonyms: bags; suitcases
Please put your baggage in the trunk.
Uncountable synonyms: luggage; gear; stuff
This person has got a lot of emotional baggage.
Word Forms
- baggages
Synonyms for baggage
Depending on context, synonyms include disreputable, naughty, luggage.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include luggage, suitcase, valise, briefcase, pack, packing.
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