baggy

adjective

bag·​gy ˈba-gē How to pronounce baggy (audio)
baggier; baggiest
1
: loose, puffed out, or hanging like a bag
baggy trousers
2
: loosely constructed and inflated with inessential elements
a baggy novel
baggily adverb
bagginess noun

Examples of baggy in a Sentence

These pants are too baggy at the knees.
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The interior is easily wipeable and not baggy or creased in a way that might trap liquid or crumbs. Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Sep. 2025 The neutral colors and mixed leather-suede upper can be worn with a navy suit ( like the actress opted for) or a pair of baggy jeans and a T-shirt for a more relaxed look. Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025 From oversized coats and baggy denim to textured layers of suede and faux fur, the runways were filled with pieces that are not only chic but also practical. Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025 Solange Knowles, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter’s sister, wore a pair of baggy, extra wide-leg, low-rise denim with seam detailing and a Luar belt, along with a sleeveless top revealing the artist’s midriff. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for baggy

Word History

First Known Use

1808, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of baggy was in 1808

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“Baggy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baggy. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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baggy

adjective
bag·​gy ˈbag-ē How to pronounce baggy (audio)
baggier; baggiest
: loose, puffed out, or hanging like a bag
baggy pants
baggily adverb
bagginess noun

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